Metta Via
A cryptic futuristic awakening becomes a short, visually striking investigation into memory, purpose, and machine-mediated deliverance.
Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Measured
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Layered
- Violence
- None
- eerie
- dreamy
- contemplative
- late night viewing
- short film showcase
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Evelyn must recover her memories to understand why she has awakened in the temple-like room and what awaits her.
The setting resembles a temple while being connected to strange sentient machines and a larger technological purpose.
The initialized deliverance scenario makes Evelyn’s purpose appear predetermined, while the room and machines conceal the reasons behind it.
The language of deliverance, the temple-like room, and the final destination combine speculative technology with religious symbolism.
Films like Metta Via, and why
The Matrix
mysterious science fiction premise, fragmented identity, and enigmatic artificial environments
The Cell
dreamlike science fiction mystery centered on memory, purpose, and layered reality
Moon
minimalist speculative drama using an unfamiliar setting to explore identity and consciousness
Movie Details
- Director
- Warren Flanagan
- Release Date
- 2017-10-14
- Runtime
- 10 min
- Rating
- 6.4 / 10 (5)
Cast
- Stacey Armstrong
- Stacey Armstrong
- Rylah Hynes
Common questions
- What is Metta Via about?
- A cryptic futuristic awakening becomes a short, visually striking investigation into memory, purpose, and machine-mediated deliverance.
- What is Metta Via like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Metta Via as measured, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as layered.
- Is Metta Via violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Metta Via.
- Which films are like Metta Via?
- Films with a similar feel include The Matrix, The Cell, and Moon.
- How long is Metta Via?
- Metta Via runs 10 minutes.
