16 Rachels | Season 2
The lives of sixteen women are explored in intimate detail. In season two of "16 Rachels," director Keaton Smith introduces the concept through the eyes of a viewer from a dystopian future. In its deep research of human produced media, an android named Joon discovers a remnant image of a woman named Rachel. Enamored, Joon directs its software to compile data on all who share that name. The recorded documents, presented in a free-floating style, are filmed by each Rachel on a dated camcorder. It’s an intersection between verité and personal documentary, looking at everything from their relationships, family dilemmas, vulnerabilities, and struggles. Dropped into the middle of their lives without context, each vignette holds ambiguities and mystery -- much like the entire project -- but there's an authenticity with each character that feels undeniable. -JM. Writer, Producer, Director, DP, Editor, Sound design: Keaton Smith. Cast: Madeleine Knight, Cheyenne Blackshear, Edy Modica, Amy Zimmer, Carly Anderson, Ora Margolis, Taima Jolicoeur, Mera Caufield, Sara Hennessy.
Watch Season 1: https://www.nobudge.com/16-rachels
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Trailer | 16 Rachels Season 2
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 1
The lives of sixteen women are explored in intimate detail. In season two of "16 Rachels," director Keaton Smith introduces the concept through the eyes of a viewer from a dystopian future. In its deep research of human produced media, an android named Joon discovers a remnant image of a woman na...
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 2
Rachel recently moved back in with her parents after escaping a bad relationship. Returning to her childhood bedroom has a startling effect.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 3
Rachel’s daily ritual is her only defense against profound boredom.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 4
Rachel’s circle of friends is growing as tensions with her partner reach a boiling point.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 5
Rachel is going through a bad break up. Instead of wallowing in self pity, she signs up for a few open mics around town.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 6
Rachel just broke up with her boyfriend. She’s ready for an epic “glow up”.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 7
Rachel grows anxious and introspective after overhearing her neighbors having sex.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 8
Rachel balances minimum wage work with her dream of running a sketch comedy group.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 9
Rachel seeks comfort in her partner while dealing with uncertainty and a death in the family.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 10
Rachel attempts much needed introspection while juggling school work and running a small business.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 11
Rachel feels like she’s losing her mind but decides to have fun anyway.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 12
Rachel decompresses from a string of bad dates by recounting a traumatic event.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 13
Rachel feels lost in a new city. She takes on the role of both interviewer and interviewee to hopefully
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 14
Rachel questions her own agency while navigating the frustrating consequences of receiving a mental health diagnosis.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 15
Rachel manages the expectations of her family and partner while raising a newborn baby.
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16 Rachels | Season 2 | Episode 16
Rachel discovers moments of light during a dark night of the soul. Her personal mental exercise of zooming in and out has a profound implication.
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Meet the Director: Keaton Smith ("16 Rachels")