Life Cycle - Christopher Morvant

Carl, a computer programmer living in isolated existence in the remains of his grandparents basement, has activated the culmination of the past several years of his life's work: An Animatronic Head, complete with artificial intelligence and tasked with the goal of becoming human. Through their conversations, Carl and his creation, Vetro, must endure the obstacles and emotional consequences while trying not to lose themselves.

Vetro, born of circuitry, forged by code, devoted to a single goal: to become human. Aided only by the wisdom of his creator, Carl, and the infinite knowledge of the internet, he must struggle with emotions, obsessions, nightmares, delusions, and cat videos. Can he navigate the perils of his treacherous path and divine what it means to truly exist among mankind?

Writer/Director Christopher Morvant adapts his Award-Winning film (Best Director and Best Indie Sci-Fi Feature, 2023 Film Threat Award This!) into an unforgettable novella. Also included is an adaptation of his short film, Night Drive.