The Genetic Gist of JIM

Posted by Jillian Theil October 7, 2010
Biopolitical Times

A new independent film by Jeremy Morris-Burke brings the potential horrors of human modification to life. JIM, starring Dan Illian and Michael Strelow, utilizes two story lines, one set in the present and the other in the distant future.

The former follows Jim Kotosfky, a loving family man who loses it all in a serious of unfortunate events, similar to those the average American faces today. To find hope, Jim turns to the biotech firm Lorigen Engineering to genetically engineer a child who will be able to overcome the obstacles of our uncertain present.

The story set in the future follows a young clone in a world of genetically modified humans who are incapable of reason or compassion. Ironically, this particular clone is unique: he may be the only hope for our ruined future, as he sets out on a quest to find knowledge and truth.

The film has been described by one critic as, "An independent sci-fi film gem.  A scary vision...with surprising twists.  Should join the ranks of 'Mad Max.'"

The movie website features a prominent link to a faux website for the fictional Lorigen Engineering (“Better Kids, by Design”), another project of the group that produced JIM.

JIM is showing in New York from October 8-14 and in Los Angeles from October 15-21. With its special effects, twists, and timeless message of "be careful what you wish for," this is one sci-fi indie film that should not be missed.

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