"Ohm" is the short film debut of writer and director Santiago Menghini, who is credited for both roles. The film was released in 2009 and stars Nicholas B. York as an unnamed scientist who appears to be obsessed with experiencing sensorial augmentation, or the transference of his senses, through the use of an electrical resistance named Ohm. He seems intent on immersing himself ever deeper in an unquenchable thirst for control or understanding of certain elements and materials, such as water, wood, vegetation and ice. However, the increasing levels of electrical current used to conduct this experiment exact a heavy toll on his body and mind, as well as on anything electrical around him. Alas, although it proves to be nearly fatal, the experiment ends up claiming his sanity, as he plans on taking things a step too far.
This short film is presented in a 4:3 aspect ratio, with grainy visuals, and a vintage look. The overall aesthetics and level of technology employed are meant to transport us back to the late 1960s or early 1970s, which were the height of sci-fi during the network era of American television. And, notwithstanding a few continuity errors, half-baked effects, and average editing, it is clear that a lot of effort, thought and work was dedicated to this project. The influence of TV shows like "The Twilight Zone" and "The Outer Limits" is also quite noticeable, as is Menghini's inclination towards the horror and sci-fi genres. I found "Ohm" to be a very decent first effort and hope that it was a mere stepping-stone in a potentially prolific and brilliant career.
This short film is presented in a 4:3 aspect ratio, with grainy visuals, and a vintage look. The overall aesthetics and level of technology employed are meant to transport us back to the late 1960s or early 1970s, which were the height of sci-fi during the network era of American television. And, notwithstanding a few continuity errors, half-baked effects, and average editing, it is clear that a lot of effort, thought and work was dedicated to this project. The influence of TV shows like "The Twilight Zone" and "The Outer Limits" is also quite noticeable, as is Menghini's inclination towards the horror and sci-fi genres. I found "Ohm" to be a very decent first effort and hope that it was a mere stepping-stone in a potentially prolific and brilliant career.
