Ataque de Pánico! (Panic Attack!) Short Film

Released in 2009 by independent filmmaker Fede Álvarez from Uruguay, Ataque de Pánico! is a science fiction short about an alien robot invasion of a city. The critical response of the short was incredible considering it is only 4:48 in length and was filmed on a $300 budget. With help from Kanye West's blog and widespread media coverage, Álvarez immediately received numerous offers from Hollywood studios including a $30 million offer to direct a full length film. Below is the short film itself:

Next time you have an extra $300 and incredible computer-generated imagary talents, you'll know how to use it...

-Jarid Holliday