James Bronson is a Hollywood Mega Star. He's at the top of his game -- and the top of his box. A full apple box, to be exact. At the height of his stardom, an unfortunate mishap occurs and Bronson loses his trusted box -- all that 'makes' the 5 foot 3 inch actor a larger-then-life phenom quickly disappears. In this short little comedy, we follow how a vertically challenged actor rises to the occasion when opportunity finds him in his most pivotal state, learning that the true foundation beneath his craft isn't necessarily a 2x1 foot box.
Acting
Madio's self-deprecating turn — he's literally playing himself.
Writing
Meta premise that knows exactly how thin it is.
Director
Rick Page
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Apple boxes are real Hollywood equipment — 8x20x12 inches, used to elevate actors since the silent era.
The film's obscurity became its own punchline; director Rick Page never directed another feature.
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