writer-director, producer | short | fantasy, dark comedy | 2017
An ambivalent reporter will get a big break if his interview with the Devil goes as planned in The Devil Needs a Fix—an unconventional look at disconnectedness, longing, and fear.
The film reunites Ian with From the Sky award-winning Producer Jess Grant, Actor Steven Soro, Editor Eric Frith, Assistant Director Ian Van der Werff, and the Emmy-winning audio team at Bad Animals. The Devil Needs a Fix also stars Stefan Hajek (SXSW audience-award winner Eden, Automata) and Rosalie Miller (SyFy’s Z Nation)—with music by Hensinki-based folktronica band Husky Rescue (SXSW, Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits).
The Devil Needs a Fix had its world premiere at the 2017 Seattle International Film Festival and went on to play prominent festivals including Oscar qualifiers Rhode Island International Film Festival and HollyShorts Film Festival. The film won awards including Best Director, Best Dark Comedy Short Film, and Best Fantasy Short Film.
“A wonderfully scripted film with a rather brilliant turn of events.” -FILM SHORTAGE
“This smart and elegant sophomore film proves From the Sky was no accident. Ian Ebright knows how to make movies.” -Sven Mikulec, CINEPHILIA & BEYOND
“Great performances, a smart and funny script, and genuine creepiness.” -Tony Kay, CITY ARTS, THE SUN BREAK
The Devil Needs a Fix – Official Trailer
The Devil Needs a Fix – Full Film: