Angst 2021
Step into the unsettling world of *Angst (2021)*, Béla Baptiste's gripping 10-minute sci-fi thriller that flips our human craving for relief on its head.
Director: Béla Baptiste
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Angst (2021) about?
*Angst* imagines a future where society has eradicated fear—and with it, the very essence of being human. To rediscover primal instincts, people take drugs that induce turmoil, chaos, and adrenaline. When Bobby enters the picture, his arrival forces the question: is this manufactured turbulence the key to regaining our humanity, or just another illusion?
Who directed Angst?
Béla Baptiste helmed *Angst (2021)*, bringing a fresh, dystopian perspective to this short sci-fi thriller.
Who stars in Angst?
The film features Achmed Abdel-Salam, Tatjana Alexander, Béla Baptiste, Georg Duffek, and Cornelia Köndgen in pivotal roles.
Is Angst (2021) worth watching?
As a tight 10-minute sci-fi mystery, *Angst* punches above its weight with sharp themes and a haunting atmosphere. While its brevity limits depth, the film's bold premise and stylish execution make it a compelling watch for fans of cerebral thrillers and dystopian fiction.
How long is Angst?
*Angst* runs for 10 minutes.
About Angst (2021) — A Sci-Fi Thriller on Escapism and Human Instinct
Step into the unsettling world of *Angst (2021)*, Béla Baptiste's gripping 10-minute sci-fi thriller that flips our human craving for relief on its head. Set in a dystopian landscape where tranquility is the norm, society turns to drugs not for peace—but to feel something, anything, to reconnect with the raw edge of existence. When Bobby emerges as the enigmatic figure disrupting this sedated utopia, the film forces us to question whether true humanity lies in serenity or in the primal thrill of fear and chaos.
Crafted with a tight, tense atmosphere, *Angst (2021)* blends mystery and science fiction into a compact yet thought-provoking experience. With Achmed Abdel-Salam and Tatjana Alexander anchoring the cast alongside director Béla Baptiste himself, the short film delivers a surreal critique of modern escapism, wrapped in a narrative that lingers long after the credits roll.