Littermates Interview | Dystopian Dark Comedy

What would you do if you woke up in a world you no longer understood?In this episode of the 1st on Film Podcast, we sit down with co-directors Scott Tinkham and Michael Woloson, alongside stars Joe Bader and Oliver Woolf, to discuss their inventive dystopian dark comedy Littermates. We dive into the film’s unique post-apocalyptic premise, the challenges of balancing humor with psychological tension, creating an immersive world on an independent budget, and how the cast brought these complex characters to life. The team also shares behind-the-scenes stories, their collaborative filmmaking process, and what they hope audiences take away from this thought-provoking indie feature. Whether you’re a fan of character-driven science fiction or independent filmmaking, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.Littermates is a dystopian dark comedy set in the aftermath of a devastating chemical attack that has left survivors struggling to remember language and the world they once knew. When two amnesiac strangers find refuge in the isolated countryside home of a mysterious man named Chester, they are introduced to a strange new existence governed by an unusual reward system and increasingly unsettling rules. As their memories and curiosity begin to return, they start questioning the reality they’ve been taught to accept, leading to a gripping exploration of power, identity, and human nature. Blending sharp humor with psychological suspense, Littermates offers a fresh and intimate take on the post-apocalyptic genre.