An old man loses his memory due to Alzheimer's. His son-in-law, a scientist, builds a machine to communicate with him through his dreams.
Like this? Share
Watch something else...
Memoria
294 Watching 975 Views Average Rating 7.11 (483)

Overview

Synopsis

An old man suffers from memory loss due to Alzheimer's. His memory and health deteriorate as his daughter, whom he has not been in contact with for years, takes him in.
Her husband, a scientist, believes he may have found a way for the old man to reconnect with her daughter again. The doctor has a radical belief that memory isn't truly lost. He builds a machine in an attempt to communicate with her father through his dreams.
Memoria is about the unexplored connection between Alzheimer's, memory loss, and dreams.

CREDITS:
Cast: Dennis Brooks, Artjom Gilz, Vanessa Pereira
Music: Alexander Mann ( People in the Clouds)
Additional crew: Mario Arnone, Luis Rodolfo, Fernanda Repetto

Team

Maikol Pinto's Profile Image

Maikol Pinto

Director, Writer
Toronto Based Filmmaker. Graduate of OCAD University's with a BFA in Integrated Media.
Maikol's work is anchored by the desire to tell stories in a way in which the audience may experience it intellectually and emotionally. Futurism is a theme that emanates strongly throughout his films.

Prolepsis - "Achievement in Direction" in Toronto Youth Shorts Film Festival.
Jeff Royiwsky's Profile Image

Jeff Royiwsky

Producer, Social Media
Jeff's essence allows him to convey powerful energy on set. As a creative powerhouse with a varied background in new media, illustration, and painting, Jeff often brings the most intense and game changing thoughts to a film.
He has previously worked with both Maikol and Jamie on many creative short films that have screened at several of Toronto's youth film festivals.
Jamie McMillan's Profile Image

Jamie McMillan

Producer, Marketing Strategist
Jamie is a passionate and driven creator. He pushes to get the job done right, the first time.
He has previously worked with both Maikol and Jeffrey on many creative short films that have screen at several of Toronto's youth film festivals.

Reviews

Ratings (483)

Average 7.11 / 10
10 - 9
161
8 - 7
138
6 - 5
105
4 - 3
48
2 - 1
31

Reviews (133)

Donal's Photo
Donal O.
Posted 6 months ago
So I don't know what to say now. I'm saddened that this movie didn't make the Top 15 and I really hope you can continue to have it made.
Maddie's Photo
Maddie F.
Posted 6 months ago
Very cool concept. I would love to see what could be done with this with a bigger budget
Cathy's Photo
Cathy R.
Posted 6 months ago
Great story, well done in the detail in terms of how Alzheimer's presents itself.
Yanni's Photo
Yanni M.
Posted 6 months ago
Good idea!
Rob's Photo
Rob T.
Posted 6 months ago
Kickass!
Esther's Photo
Esther S.
Posted 6 months ago
Brilliant!
Tyler's Photo
Tyler S.
Posted 6 months ago
I think some better actors could help this movie but the concept was pretty solid.
Judy's Photo
Judy Z.
Posted 6 months ago
Potential.
Angela's Photo
Angela S.
Posted 6 months ago
This looks very interesting.
Lindsay's Photo
Lindsay P.
Posted 6 months ago
It's a neat concept but the trailer didn't excite me, I don't know if I could sit through a feature length movie. I'll check out your other missions and see if something else piques my interest. Good luck!
Bobby's Photo
Bobby L.
Posted 6 months ago
Best concept i've seen so far
William's Photo
William R.
Posted 6 months ago
Good idea. Fantastic rotoscoping!
nathan's Photo
nathan e.
Posted 6 months ago
neat idea
Natalia's Photo
Natalia N.
Posted 6 months ago
So I've re-rated your trailer and it's been the biggest jump from any of the ones I've re-rated. You guys have done great work on your missions and this is a story that I've fallen in love with.
Chad's Photo
Chad M.
Posted 6 months ago
interesting concept but I could not sit through a feature length!
Ryan's Photo
Ryan G.
Posted 6 months ago
This is a really hard subject to tell stories about and i think that it has just the right amount of... something, to make it work. Good luck.
Joe's Photo
Joe M.
Posted 6 months ago
Finally, some SF that isn't completely hampered by SFX. Wonderfully Crichtonesque with even a little Marker and Resnais.
Adam's Photo
Adam N.
Posted 6 months ago
Neat idea.
Jeremiah's Photo
Jeremiah K.
Posted 6 months ago
Looks great :)
jane's Photo
jane D.
Posted 6 months ago
very good
Warren's Photo
Warren C.
Posted 6 months ago
Where does this go? What is everything?
Bella's Photo
Bella K.
Posted 6 months ago
only when the bears came in, i was not confused.
John's Photo
John W.
Posted 6 months ago
Maybe
Amanda's Photo
Amanda D.
Posted 6 months ago
I love this idea!
Taryn's Photo
Taryn K.
Posted 6 months ago
Interesting story line but I felt it was not played out right in this
Joslyn's Photo
Joslyn P.
Posted 7 months ago
Very cool topic. Very sad, if only it could be done :(. Reminded me a bit of inception. Good luck!
Thomas's Photo
Thomas B.
Posted 7 months ago
interesting subject would like to see more
Kelly's Photo
Kelly B.
Posted 7 months ago
I like the theme in this one. It hits more to home. I wanted more heartfelt relational frustrations to come out with the father's dementia/Alzheimer's worsening and the way it can cripple the family. But it was a good overall! Nice music.
Carol Ann's Photo
Carol Ann T.
Posted 7 months ago
Great story line, would like to see finished film, some of it is not so convincing but thought actors where good
Jillian's Photo
Jillian W.
Posted 7 months ago
Cool concept. Looks as though you had to do some traveling to get some of your tropical shots. Good on you.
Meg's Photo
Meg L.
Posted 7 months ago
There was nothing awful about this. I like the idea, it was well put together, the actors were decent.
Ken's Photo
Ken A.
Posted 7 months ago
Music, pace of transitions and cuts made this compelling. I liked the shot sequences and camera angles.
Anne's Photo
Anne S.
Posted 7 months ago
Very cool.
andersson's Photo
andersson v.
Posted 7 months ago
Great work! I am excited to see how this develops. Kinda reminds me of Michel Gondry's work.
Kazi's Photo
Kazi K.
Posted 7 months ago
Creepy! This would keep me awake all night.
Alan's Photo
Alan N.
Posted 7 months ago
very serious and sensitive subject
Paula's Photo
Paula M.
Posted 7 months ago
Very interesting. Edited together well. In just the couple minutes, I'm drawn into caring about the characters. Will be be watching this!
j ken's Photo
j ken g.
Posted 7 months ago
Wow!
Sheila's Photo
Sheila H.
Posted 7 months ago
I can relate to this video, I think that it shows another way to communicate. and if this was to happen
it would give the person with 'Alzheimer's a better quality of life. Hope that this concept may one
day be possible. A good video.
Marge's Photo
Marge T.
Posted 7 months ago
this is an excellent treatment of a very important topic. you obviously have done your research.
Adam's Photo
Adam O.
Posted 7 months ago
interesting concept
Paul's Photo
Paul N.
Posted 7 months ago
good idea
Jane's Photo
Jane D.
Posted 7 months ago
Love this concept! And the score is fantastic!
Curtis's Photo
Curtis B.
Posted 7 months ago
I hope there is some sort of plot twist, hard to see this film as very exciting!
Iwona's Photo
Iwona b.
Posted 7 months ago
I like it.
Bill's Photo
Bill R.
Posted 7 months ago
Looks really interesting, well done.
Stephen's Photo
Stephen M.
Posted 7 months ago
This is a very poignant piece. I lost family to Alzheimers so I know first hand how this feels. After witnessing it myself, It's obvious that when the mind is gone the body will follow. It's great that you guys highlight this obscure topic that seems to be plaguing more and more people. Nice shots, natural lighting(key,) score and acting were both very respectable, and is it just me or does your leading lady got a Rachel McAdams thing going? Overall tight! Good luck guys-Team Zone
Joss's Photo
Joss M.
Posted 7 months ago
Wow! This is awesome!
patricia's Photo
patricia s.
Posted 7 months ago
very emotional, like it
Violette's Photo
Violette P.
Posted 7 months ago
At my age of 70+, I found this trailer and concept very intriguing. I would love to see the development of this film.
Colin's Photo
Colin T.
Posted 7 months ago
i thought this was extremely well done
Megan's Photo
Megan P.
Posted 7 months ago
Wow! Great to see a film shed some light on a devastating disease, wouldn't it be wonderful if we really could restore memory...
Michelle's Photo
Michelle G.
Posted 7 months ago
Interesting concept, there were definitely parts that could have been better executed, but I am left intrigued.
Kismet's Photo
Kismet T.
Posted 7 months ago
very touching
Alysa's Photo
Alysa K.
Posted 7 months ago
Please make this movie regardless of the outcome of this contest. I would love to see how this story unfolds.
Michelle's Photo
Michelle E.
Posted 7 months ago
Very moving.
William's Photo
William R.
Posted 7 months ago
love it
Matt's Photo
Matt C.
Posted 7 months ago
This looks great - quite a touching subject too. I love the look of it!
Dianna's Photo
Dianna D.
Posted 7 months ago
this is excellent, very relevant and very real. you are closer to the truth than you think
Susan's Photo
Susan J.
Posted 7 months ago
Well done. Very interesting concept. The trailer makes me want to see the movie.
Stephanie's Photo
Stephanie K.
Posted 7 months ago
Awesome. Great trailer. :)
Mitch's Photo
Mitch B.
Posted 7 months ago
nice art direction
Artjom's Photo
Artjom G.
Posted 7 months ago
An idea that instantly blew my mind! Showing what might be possible, what maybe even already is possible today! I d love to see this idea further developed.
Amy's Photo
Amy Z.
Posted 7 months ago
Love it. Great idea.
maria's Photo
maria p.
Posted 7 months ago
nice!
Craig's Photo
Craig T.
Posted 7 months ago
I thought that it was done . I knew someone with this disease and it's not pretty to watch one have it.
Max's Photo
Max H.
Posted 7 months ago
This has an eerie Cronenberg potential.
KingPin's Photo
KingPin L.
Posted 7 months ago
Really like the concept! Has potential!
Patrick's Photo
Patrick G.
Posted 7 months ago
Cool concept
Brent's Photo
Brent C.
Posted 7 months ago
A film with a lot of heart. One to watchlist for sure.
Eden's Photo
Eden W.
Posted 7 months ago
Interesting idea.
Rob's Photo
Rob S.
Posted 7 months ago
Creative concept! Intriguing.
Michael's Photo
Michael M.
Posted 7 months ago
no memory no dreams
Kevin's Photo
Kevin C.
Posted 7 months ago
Great concept guys! My grandmother suffered from Alzheimer's and it was an extremely painful and sad thing to see her go through. Good luck!!
Maria Angelica's Photo
Maria Angelica P.
Posted 7 months ago
its a great film !! really interesting !
John's Photo
John K.
Posted 7 months ago
Concept is cool.
Maureen's Photo
Maureen M.
Posted 7 months ago
Just a bit to weird and slow for me
Max's Photo
Max H.
Posted 7 months ago
I like where this can go...
Rebecca's Photo
Rebecca B.
Posted 8 months ago
really interesting
Chris's Photo
Chris C.
Posted 8 months ago
An interesting idea, but all three leads are going to need to nail their roles if this film is going to have any sort of legs. As it stands now, the trailer doesn't really show them in the best light.
Mark's Photo
Mark B.
Posted 8 months ago
Interesting concept. Looking forward to learning more about the narrative. btw, cool and funky clamshell brain machine.
Mike's Photo
Mike L.
Posted 8 months ago
cool concept for sure ! this is a very really cool idea to a very real problem we all live with. nice work
Dina's Photo
Dina B.
Posted 8 months ago
Well directed and narrated. Nice cinematic techniques. Good interesting topic. Well done!
Sean's Photo
Sean H.
Posted 8 months ago
When I think of the movies I love most, what makes them memorable is their story, followed by how that story is told. Great concept! Excited to see how you're going to continue developing it.
Sean Horlor (The Mill and the Mountain)
Rudy's Photo
Rudy H.
Posted 8 months ago
Perfecto, me encanto! Great stuff my friend!!!
Brad's Photo
Brad S.
Posted 8 months ago
Excellent movie trailer.
Layla's Photo
Layla C.
Posted 8 months ago
Interesting idea. I feel like the world would actually come up with something like this in the future.
Kevin's Photo
Kevin N.
Posted 8 months ago
Use the million to pay for Anthony Hopkins to play the dad and you win an Oscar.
Luke's Photo
Luke B.
Posted 8 months ago
Very interesting, liked the machine prop.
Kevin's Photo
Kevin O.
Posted 8 months ago
Very cool concept! Good luck!
Richmain's Photo
Richmain Y.
Posted 8 months ago
Excellent film, well shot, loved the scenery.
Samantha's Photo
Samantha L.
Posted 8 months ago
It's a nice idea but I just don't think there is enough of a storyline. What would the climax be? It's just not exciting.
Ally's Photo
Ally F.
Posted 8 months ago
Effects are well done, really enjoy the subject topic. Looking forward to seeing this made.
Ella's Photo
Ella P.
Posted 8 months ago
This is an amazing idea. No other trailer I have watched so far brings the level of mental stimulation that "Memoria" brings! It questions our current views of Alzheimer's and ask the "what if" about the dream world which other films haven't yet. I am very impressed with this brilliant production. Given the money to fully develop this project into a feature, I feel this would make a film that is a step above everything else in North America. Excellent job. Cannot wait to see what you come up with in the weeks to come.
Phil's Photo
Phil B.
Posted 8 months ago
Excellent all around. Not sure where the conflict will come in for the full length, but the concept has me in a head-lock. Great example of what the best sci-fi can do - food for the imagination yet very much based in human experience and life. Very best of luck!
Rachel's Photo
Rachel C.
Posted 8 months ago
Cool concept! I think it would make a really interesting, thought provoking movie:D
Brittany's Photo
Brittany C.
Posted 8 months ago
Creative concept. I love how this new technology uses dreams, something I think we take for granted for their importance, and perspective on our lives, and transforms them into a means of communication and dialogue. You could take this concept so far, I feel like Memoria is just the beginning. Well done.
Chuck's Photo
Chuck F.
Posted 8 months ago
such a sad story! I feel like it needs a direction though, feeling scattered
Marcelo's Photo
Marcelo P.
Posted 8 months ago
Great concept! This is relevant considering the increase in alzheimer's disease in our communities. The music is excellent and great direction!
Angus's Photo
Angus K.
Posted 8 months ago
First, lest all just clarify.

These "Trailers" are concepts, mock-ups, sketches, to show a treatment of the concept and to introduce the projects. Too many people are voting down great concepts because this is not clear when they vote so... below is an excerpt from the FAN FAQ;

-----
Are these real trailers?

When you rate and review trailers, keep in mind that most were shot without budgets, casts or even scripts. It’s simply an idea for a project that’s yet to be made.
To apply to CineCoup, filmmaking teams were asked to create a 2-minute trailer that showcased their talent, creativity and ability to build an audience for a feature film concept.
Call it a “Faux Trailer”, “Concept Trailer”, “Pitch”, or even an audition... it serves as a first impression and gauge on the team’s ability to appeal to audiences with a kickass idea. What do you think?

http://www.cinecoup.com/faq

-----
This is the best concept on CineCoup, above all even mine, and if all the production values were at the same level this project would be way above the the rest.

I hope you pursue all the avenues to getting this into production regardless of your progress here. All the best with this.


Can't wait to see more
Angus K
Director, Writer
PARADOX BOY
Björn's Photo
Björn H.
Posted 8 months ago
Bad film making, terrible green screen
Next
Kirsten's Photo
Kirsten W.
Posted 8 months ago
Great concept! Sadly the low production value and mediocre acting made it difficult for me to watch though
Amalia's Photo
Amalia K.
Posted 8 months ago
Interesting concept :)
Carley's Photo
Carley S.
Posted 8 months ago
I gotta say, this is an amazing concept - and I am your fellow competitor! lol
Joanna's Photo
Joanna T.
Posted 8 months ago
Great concept and lovely score!
Alexei's Photo
Alexei T.
Posted 8 months ago
Better then the last Batman
Todd's Photo
Todd M.
Posted 8 months ago
I really like the concept of this. The subject matter offers great opportunity for writing and performance.
Sean's Photo
Sean B.
Posted 8 months ago
I watched this one with my Grandfather. He was super offended. He asked if the old guy is retarded, why doesn't he have any lines?
Donald's Photo
Donald Y.
Posted 8 months ago
Great trailer. The concept is excellent. I'd like to see this movie. The talent is shown here.
Richard's Photo
Richard B.
Posted 8 months ago
Great Concept, differentiates itself from the generic "romance" movies.
RJ's Photo
RJ P.
Posted 8 months ago
THE BRAIN IS AN ORGANIC COMPUTER?!?!?!
Daniel's Photo
Daniel H.
Posted 8 months ago
An interesting concept. Trying to navigate losing someone to Alzheimer's is a difficult thing. Since we haven't had the disease, it's hard for us to understand what is going on with our loved ones. I am confident the film would be emotionally touching, but the immediate problem I have is the perception of memory. If the man has Alzheimer's, his brain is being physically eaten away; that is, he loses brain matter. Any memories in that matter will be gone, dream or not. Also, the idea of going into a dream with someone feels very "Inception." Finally, the production value of the trailer is quite low. Sound quality could be better, lighting more even, etcetera. I realize what emotions the filmmakers are trying to evoke, and that is commendable. But with a severe plot hole from the get go, and poor production value, it's going to be really hard to do that effectively.
Stuart's Photo
Stuart P.
Posted 8 months ago
Tantalizing idea! Want to see the final product on the big screen!
Debra's Photo
Debra P.
Posted 8 months ago
what/s the hookÉ
Fabrizio's Photo
Fabrizio S.
Posted 8 months ago
Very exciting trailer. It allows the viewer to be attached to the screen and want to know what happens!
Kevin's Photo
Kevin P.
Posted 8 months ago
Her voice doesn't sync up with audio... Location sound is rough.
Green screen is rough.
Looks interesting though
George's Photo
George K.
Posted 8 months ago
Can't wait to see the whole thing
Ivan's Photo
Ivan P.
Posted 8 months ago
Eagerly awaiting it!
Anthony's Photo
Anthony V.
Posted 8 months ago
Cool concept, but the trailer needs a lot of polish. And those greenscreen shots have to go.
Ruxandra's Photo
Ruxandra R.
Posted 8 months ago
Wow. Looks epic. A fresh drama that's never been done before; I would love to see how to story continues. Make it a feature film!
Jordan's Photo
Jordan N.
Posted 8 months ago
Great concept, great to see something that hasn't been done before and tackles a tough issue as well!
Adib's Photo
Adib A.
Posted 8 months ago
Interesting idea. Great score so far.
Monique's Photo
Monique M.
Posted 8 months ago
I loved the score. Beautiful music paired with heart felt imagery and dialogue . This would be an amazing film. MAKE IT HAPPEN!
Eric's Photo
Eric M.
Posted 8 months ago
Interesting idea.
Terri's Photo
Terri M.
Posted 8 months ago
looks great! would love to see.
anda's Photo
anda r.
Posted 8 months ago
Very interesting concept. Would like to see more...and maybe scientists might get inspired towards a new direction of research.
Dylan's Photo
Dylan B.
Posted 8 months ago
love the concept looks like this could be really good with some funding.
Patricia's Photo
Patricia P.
Posted 8 months ago
Looks really good! It's a very interesting concept
jsmooth's Photo
jsmooth m.
Posted 8 months ago
the concept of this movie is amazing. with adequate funding it could be a monumental film. very interesting idea indeed!
Bannister's Photo
Bannister B.
Posted 8 months ago
Cool idea, weak trailer, very curious to see what could be accomplished with a little more time and money.
Omar's Photo
Omar F.
Posted 8 months ago
One of the greatest films I have watched in a long time.
Helen's Photo
Helen L.
Posted 8 months ago
I thought the trailer was beautiful! Pinto & Royiwski and McMillan really knows how to entice their viewers. I just want this movie to become an actual film because the trailer was done so well! 10/10.
Kaitlyn's Photo
Kaitlyn M.
Posted 8 months ago
Intriguing concept and touching questions asked. Would be great as a short film, and I'm interested to see how it could translate to feature length!

Press & Promo

A collection of creative marketing campaigns, collateral and earned media coverage.

Posted April 29, 2013 7:54pm EST
6
Team Memoria at Hotel Ocho for CineCoup mixer
Posted April 27, 2013 10:04pm EST
8
Posted April 27, 2013 9:50pm EST
8
Posted April 23, 2013 5:26pm EST
14
Posted April 23, 2013 5:22pm EST Last Updated April 23, 2013 5:27pm EST
14
Posted April 23, 2013 5:18pm EST
12
Posted April 23, 2013 5:12pm EST Last Updated April 23, 2013 5:18pm EST
12
Posted April 23, 2013 5:06pm EST
12