A small group of neighbours discover a mysterious car, seemingly abandoned in their suburban cul-de-sac.
Direction
Benjamin's economy of dread in under 12 minutes
Acting
Ensemble perfectly captures passive-aggressive neighbor energy
Writing
Dialogue that says everything and nothing simultaneously
Director
Tel Benjamin
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
The title 'Setaceous' refers to bristle-like structures—fitting for a film about prickly suburban surfaces hiding deeper rot.
Tel Benjamin expanded this from a 48-hour film competition entry, explaining its ruthless narrative efficiency.