It's just a game...
Conor Marsh lives a secluded life with his dog, Sandy, until one day he begins playing OBEX, a new, state-of-the-art computer game. When Sandy goes missing, the line between reality and game blurs and Conor must venture into the strange world of OBEX to bring her home.
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‘OBEX’ Trailer Blurs the Lines of Reality in Lo-Fi Fantasy
Lightbulb Film Distribution announced today OBEX will be released in the UK & Ireland on March 9 after having its UK Premiere at Glasgow […]
Surreal Lo-Fi Fantasy Adventure OBEX to Premiere at Glasgow Film Festival
Lightbulb Film Distribution are pleased to announce that OBEX will be released in the UK & Ireland from 9th March. The film will have its UK Premiere...
- Release Date 01/25/2025
- Language English
- Director Albert Birney
- Writers Pete Ohs, Albert Birney
- Editors Pete Ohs, Albert Birney
- Cinematographer Pete Ohs
- Producers Emma Hannaway, James Belfer, Pete Ohs, Albert Birney
- Companies Cartuna, True Friend, Ley Line Entertainment, Salem Street Entertainment, Spartan Media Acquisitions
- Homepage www.truefriend.studio
| Country | Date | Format | Certification |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | Jan 25, 2025 | Premiere (Sundance Film Festival) | — |
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