Raff's Brain #116: Riffin' with Raff feat. NICK TUCKER and his Epic Short Film, “Decommissioned!”

Filmmaker and techno-optimist Nick Tucker joins Riffin’ with Raff to talk about Decommissioned, his ambitious new sci-fi short exploring the future of warfare, drone technology, and human connection. Rob and Nick dig into the creative process behind launching a successful Seed&Spark campaign, what it takes to bring practical effects and dystopian visions to life, and why stories like these matter in an age of rapid technological acceleration.Nick also shares behind-the-scenes tales from his work at Freethink, his popular show Hard Reset, and how speculative fiction can serve as a tool for “rapid prototyping the future.” Whether you're a fan of Black Mirror, thoughtful sci-fi, or just love seeing indie creators swing big, this episode is for you.🎥 Support the film, follow the journey, and help bring Decommissioned to life!Seed&Spark and InstagramCheck out more of Nick's work on Hard Reset and FreeThink!Learn more about the Moving Picture Institute (MPI)! 📞 Call the Raff’s Brain Hotline! Pick a topic, make a statement, ask a question: 571-408-8058SHOW OUTLINE:Welcome & intro to the “Riffin’ with Raff” interview streamHow Rob & Nick met (Moving Picture Institute origin story)Nick’s background in film, documentaries, and creative mediaWhat inspired Decommissioned and its dark near-future settingSci-fi as both warning and blueprintThe challenges of crowdfunding and community-buildingWhy this short is a proof of concept for a larger featureShoutout to collaborators: puppeteer Brandon Johnson, DP Tim SesslerUsing physical effects to bring originality back to sci-fiHard Reset, Brian Johnson, and Nick’s DIY health journeySleepwalking, sleep paralysis, and wearable sleep techFilmmaking, friendship, and following your instinctsCall to action for supporters and sci-fi fans