Medias Res

The story follows Dave and Joe, who, after being evicted from their Oakland apartment, resort to stealing cars and dealing Fluoride to make ends meet. Their lives take a dramatic turn when they discover Summer Hayes, a star from a popular 1990s teen soap, in the trunk of a stolen vehicle. What follows is a series of shoot-outs, car chases, and overdoses, creating a tension-filled narrative.

With a runtime of 95 minutes, "Medias Res" delves into themes of friendship and desperation against a backdrop of rap music and urban crime. The film employs found footage elements to enhance its gritty storytelling. For collectors, the unique combination of genres and the film’s setting in Oakland provides an intriguing look into a world where nothing is as it seems.