Transient
The Story
After a traumatic accident, a tech entrepreneur's new invention forces him to wrestle with the ghosts of his past.
The film follows a grieving man who uses experimental tecnology that allows him to relive past memories. What begins as a way to reconnect with his daughter he quickly spirals as the line between memory and reality starts to blur. As time fractures and unsettling events unfold, he’s forced to confront his grief, guilt, and the emotional ghosts of his past.
Trailer - Transient 2024
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Transient is a gripping sci-fi horror feature written and directed by Chris Ruppert. Loosely inspired by his 2019 short film Memory Leak, the film expands its haunting premise into a tense, emotionally charged exploration of memory, mortality, and the shadows we carry with us.
Filmed on location in Harrisburg and Philadelphia, Transient is deliberately layered with misdirection, keeping audiences unsettled as it unfolds. Beneath its atmospheric suspense lies a deeply human story—one rooted in loss, grief, and the fragile ways we attempt to cope with death. It’s a chilling meditation on how we live alongside the ghosts of our past.
Since its release, Transient has garnered numerous awards on the festival circuit, earning recognition for its direction, performances, and haunting storytelling—cementing its place as a standout in independent sci-fi horror.
