
2048: Nowhere to Run
Directed by Luke Scott
Produced by Alcon Entertainment, Scott Free Productions
A gritty cyberpunk character study set in a dystopian Los Angeles, exploring a man's struggle to escape violence and survive in a morally compromised world.
“2048: Nowhere to Run” takes place one year before the events of Blade Runner 2049. The short film focuses on Sapper, a man who is trying to make it through life day-by-day without turning back to his old ways. We’re introduced to both the gentle nature of Sapper and the violence he’s capable of when set off.
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Is 2048: Nowhere to Run violent? Yes. More violent than 85% of films.
Is 2048: Nowhere to Run sad? Yes. More sad than 82% of films.
Is 2048: Nowhere to Run scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 72% of films.
Does 2048: Nowhere to Run end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.
Is 2048: Nowhere to Run easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 61% of films.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like 2048: Nowhere to Run
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as 2048: Nowhere to Run
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like 2048: Nowhere to Run, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like 2048: Nowhere to Run, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like 2048: Nowhere to Run, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.






















































