Jungleland 2013
Set in a near-future Europe fractured by civil strife, *Jungleland (2013)* thrusts viewers into a dystopian landscape where the continent is cleaved in two after years of brutal conflict.
Director: Michaël Massias
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jungleland (2013) about?
*Jungleland* unfolds in a near-future Europe torn apart by civil war, where a synthetic drug called Blue Turtle fuels addiction and fuels chaos in the insurgent-held South. Private Military Companies from the North exploit the chaos to smuggle the drug deeper into enemy territory, turning addiction into a weapon of psychological warfare.
Who directed Jungleland?
Michaël Massias directed *Jungleland*. Known for his sharp visual storytelling in the sci-fi genre, Massias crafts a tense, atmospheric short film that delivers big emotional and thematic punches in a tight 20-minute runtime.
Who stars in Jungleland?
The cast of *Jungleland* features Emmanuel Lanzi, Olivier Sa, Cullet Eric, Michaël Troude, and Mathieu Lardot, delivering intense performances in this high-stakes dystopian narrative.
Is Jungleland (2013) worth watching?
*Jungleland* is a standout sci-fi action short that packs dense themes and high-energy action into just 20 minutes. While unrated on IMDb, its tight direction and morally complex story make it a compelling watch for fans of dystopian thrillers and short-form cinema.
How long is Jungleland?
Jungleland runs for 20 minutes.
About Jungleland (2013) — A gritty sci-fi thriller on the edge of a fractured Europe
Set in a near-future Europe fractured by civil strife, *Jungleland (2013)* thrusts viewers into a dystopian landscape where the continent is cleaved in two after years of brutal conflict. The insurgents control the South, drowning in chaos fueled by the synthetic drug Blue Turtle, which twists minds into addiction-fueled madness. Meanwhile, the North deploys Private Military Companies to smuggle the same drug into enemy territory, turning addiction into a weapon of war. Directed by Michaël Massias, this compact 20-minute sci-fi action thriller blends ruthless geopolitical tension with visceral combat, painting a grim, tightly focused vision of survival in a world where peace feels like a distant memory.
Against a backdrop of collapsing nations and morally ambiguous soldiers, *Jungleland* explores themes of addiction as both a societal crutch and a tactical tool. The film's atmosphere crackles with urgency, its short runtime packed with high-stakes action and moral ambiguity. With sharp direction and a cast of rising talent, Massias delivers a punchy, thought-provoking glimpse into Europe's imagined nightmare—a reminder that when society collapses, the jungle isn't just outside the city limits; it's within.