Beyond Brains

Set in an abandoned restaurant during the zombie apocalypse, we follows Matt, a lone survivor, and Alex, a surprisingly sentient zombie. When their paths cross, an unexpected bond forms over sizzling Beyond Meat patties, proving that Beyond Meat satisfies even the deadliest of cravings.

Satisfy even the deadliest cravings, Beyond Meat.

A young man with dark hair wearing a jacket and green t-shirt stands in a room with green tiled walls, holding a glowing object in his left hand. Someone with a cap is filming or photographing him with a camera mounted on a stabilizer. The room has newspapers taped to the window, and there is bright light coming through the window, creating a hazy atmosphere.
A young man with messy black hair, wearing a black leather jacket, looking down with a somber expression, in a brightly lit corridor.
Filmmakers filming a scene with a male actor crouching, dirty and disheveled, on a wet outdoor setting, surrounded by film equipment and crew members.
Behind-the-scenes of a film set with a camera operator and a person with zombie makeup in a kitchen.

Meet the Cast!

A young man with short brown hair, wearing a dark green leather jacket and a shirt with dirt or soot marks, stands inside a store or cafe, looking to his right with a surprised or concerned expression.
White arrow curved to the right on a black background.
A man with zombie makeup, covered in green, red, and black paint, and blood, looking to the side in a dimly lit environment.

Brian - Alex Panzano

Matt - Thomas Dyer

Unit Production Manager

I was the Unit Production Manager (UPM) on this short film.

The UPM is the right-hand of the Producer. While they took a more proactive role with the budget and schedule, I became the key problem-solver on set. Helping out multiple departments, I made sure everything was running smoothly, efficiently, and on time. I was responsible for the liability paperwork that records the day’s events, delays, absences, technical issues, etc.

A detailed production crew and cast timesheet for a film or television project, including schedules for talent, crew, camera, and makeup departments along with remarks and comments.
Daily production report for a film titled "Beyond Brains" by Ringling College of Art + Design, Film Department, dated 10/05/24. It includes shoot schedule, locations, crew call, scene breakdowns, and camera and audio media usage details.
Production schedule with sections for wardrobe, sound, electrical, grip, transportation, and catering services, listing individual roles, names, and times.