Friend of the World

"You have been saved. This does not mean you are safe."

2020-08-15

4.2

en 50m

ComedyScience FictionHorror

After a catastrophic global war, a young filmmaker awakens in the carnage and seeks refuge in the only other survivor: an eccentric, ideologically opposed figure of the United States military. Together, they brave the toxic landscape in search of safety... and answers.

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Sound Designer

Daniel N. Butler

Director

Brian Patrick Butler

Writer

Brian Patrick Butler

Editor

Brian Patrick Butler

Director of Photography

Ray Gallardo

Assistant Director

Belle Butler

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