Baghead

Matt, feeling envious, observes the accolades received by a colleague for their absurd film, 'WE ARE NAKED.' This moment ignites a fierce desire within him to achieve similar recognition within the independent film scene.

Determined to surpass his peer, Matt reaches out to his girlfriend Catherine and friends, including Michelle and Chad. They decide to escape to a cabin in the woods to brainstorm and create their own film.

The group embarks on their weekend project, fueled by ambition and the desire for fame. The atmosphere is lively as they come together to develop a thrilling narrative that they hope will astonish festival goers.

Matt pitches an exciting concept involving a menacing stranger who terrorizes a group in the woods. The concept quickly piques the interest of the group, and they begin fleshing it out over the course of the weekend.

As the night progresses, the group engages in boozy brainstorming sessions. The lines between reality and their film narrative begin to blur, leading to a surreal experience that heightens their sense of excitement and fear.

The group's festive atmosphere turns troubling when uninvited guests appear, echoing Matt's horror storyline. This begins a sequence of events that test their friendships and blurs the reality of their situation.

As the terror from their creative discussions spirals out of control, underlying tensions among the friends surface. Brett's attempts to woo the uninterested Michelle compound the chaos, straining the group's dynamic.

The friends confront a stranger with a paper bag over his head, reminiscent of their film creation. This chilling encounter shifts their carefree weekend into a fight for survival, forcing them to redefine their relationships.

Amid the escalating terror, the ensemble grapples with fear and paranoia, leading to crucial revelations about each other. As relationships begin to fracture, they must come together to escape the clutches of their nightmarish reality.

Through the mix of fear and collaboration in this dire situation, the friends uncover their true selves. Each character undergoes a transformation that is both frightening and enlightening, affecting their relationships permanently.

The climax of the film brings the group face-to-face with the stranger for a final confrontation. The tension reaches its peak as they fight not only for survival but for the very essence of their friendships.

Once the chaos subsides, the group finds themselves changed by the experience. They reflect on their aspirations and relationships, recognizing the blurred lines between art and life, fear and creativity.

As they leave the cabin, the characters face a new reality shaped by their weekend adventure. The experience has profoundly impacted them, leading to both aspirations and a newfound understanding of their relationships.

Ultimately, the film reflects a humorous critique of the independent cinema landscape. The Duplass brothers harness their experiences and insights to create a unique entry that resonates with audiences and critiques cinematic pretentiousness.