ABOUT THE FILM
The films birth was inspired by one Ryan Allarde's friend's actions, that made him question what forgiveness is and why it is such a powerful concept in our time here on Earth.
After Ryan's close friend experienced such a set of unfortunate events and finding out that someone so close to him was at the forefront of such a terrible accident, the question "Does forgiveness even end in death" came into fruition.
Our time here on earth is all about experiencing moments and learning. Trial and error in most cases. So when someone makes a mistake that effects others in a devastating way, how does forgiveness play into that moment?
What does forgiveness mean to each person? Is forgiveness given? taken? weaponized? How far can we go without forgiving someone and vice versa. And how does forgiveness play into our past, present and future.
SYNOPSIS
"The Greatest Use" is a Dramatic Sci-Fi short about where we stand with forgiveness in the living and beyond. Roger Anacan finds himself waking up in a room from what feels like a horrible nightmare. As he slowly gains his headspace, he realizes he is in the room with 4 other individuals.
In his confusion and inability to leave, the 5th person presents Roger and the others with a questionable test. A test that would challenge where they had seen themselves in the past and where they see themselves in the future. Forgiveness comes into play as the 4 individuals are pressed by the 5th.
Where do we stand with forgiveness? What does forgiveness mean? Is forgiveness given? taken? weaponized? And how does forgiveness play into our past, present and future. Let me ask you, have you forgiven yourself for the life you've lived? Or haven't you? Is forgiveness "The Greatest Use" in our lives?