ZERO POINT
ZERO POINT
Directed by Vanessa Butler
When a string of zero-point energy physicists are systematically murdered, a renegade ex-scientist is drafted by the Feds, only to discover that the killer is deploying the world-altering equation that drove her out of science- one capable of shattering space time, and reality itself.
After the Screening: Following the screening, join the creators for a live Q&A.
Screening in: Reelarc Showcase: Splitlight, ZERO POINT and Fatal Match
· AMC 19th Street, Theater 5
Creator Statement
Zero Point began with the idea of the Zero-Point Energy theorem, which fascinated me, and the question of, “what would happen if someone really discovered a way to have limitless clean energy?” It also stemmed from true accounts of scientists being murdered in this country.
I’ve always been drawn to high-stakes stories at the intersection of science, politics, and business, with deeply human-stakes and complicated characters. I also wanted to create a story with a strong, smart female protagonist. Jenny King, our brilliant writer, and the team at ReelArc Productions truly made my vision a reality.
At the center of the series is a woman who walked away from science after discovering an equation she believed was too dangerous to pursue. When physicists connected to that work begin turning up dead, she is forced back into the world she rejected. What begins as a murder investigation becomes a race to stop something that could fundamentally alter reality itself.
The vertical format was particularly exciting to us because it demands immediacy. Every episode needs to pull you forward, reveal something unexpected, and leave you needing the next piece of the puzzle. Zero Point was conceived to embrace that rhythm—short, cinematic bursts of suspense that build into a larger story.
I'm thrilled to share Zero Point with audiences at ALZA Festival, and especially excited to do so alongside an extraordinary cast - Ben Davis (most recently Hades in Broadway's Hadestown, Ragtime), Clifton Samuels (Elf, Follies and FX’s Feud), Kim Hoffman, and Mike Holt. Together, we brought these characters to life with the hope that audiences will be entertained, intrigued—and perhaps question the hidden motives and narratives behind what we see in the papers.
Filmmaker Bio
Kristine Covillo is a 6x Broadway actress, professional dancer, nonprofit director and producer. She has performed on global stages for over 20 years, moving from dance companies to big musical theatre productions and tv/film screens. She has a BFA from Fordham University and an MS from Columbia University. She lives in Manhattan with her husband and 2 kids.
Cast & Crew
Director: Vanessa Butler
Creator: Kristine Covillo and Jenny King
Writer: Jenny King
Producer: Kristine Covillo, Guy Chachkes, Lauren Cipriano, & Amanda Siow
Principal Cast: Kristine Covillo, Clifton Samuels, Ben Davis, Kim Hoffman, and with Mike Holt
Production Company: Reelarc
