Summaries

A dystopian story about a corrupt government that is erasing people's memories through contaminated drinking water.

Black Petunia is an indie film that follows the unlikely story of James, a young inner-city black male, in a semi-dystopian world. A world that challenges our contemporary culture and social threads, confusing all racial boundaries. Set in an ominous Detroit, unsuspecting citizens are being poisoned through the municipal water, causing them to forget who they are. James is persuaded to stop drinking the water when he's introduced to an underground conspiracy. With the help of his friends, he pieces his life back together in attempts to cultivate a plan that could reshape the future of Detroit.

Details

Keywords
  • dystopia
  • dystopian sci fi
  • independent film
Genres
  • Mystery
  • Sci-Fi
  • Drama
Release date Aug 31, 2016
Countries of origin United States
Language English
Filming locations Detroit, Michigan, USA
Production companies Thought Loop Productions

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Tech specs

Runtime 1h 25m
Color Color
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