The Straight and Narrow

The Straight and Narrow

Be the best you. Be on the straight and narrow

2023 · 6 min · Science Fiction, Drama

In a dystopian future, doctor Blake O’Reilly is mandated to administer government enforced identification chips to the citizens. Everything is turned upside down when Blake is faced with someone from her past and is forced to question her involvement in the system. Blake is conflicted on whether to conform to the system and live an artificial life on the Straight and Narrow, or risk her life in rebellion against social control.

Directed by Ella Buckler · Written by Ella Buckler

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Larissa Dusang Dr. Blake O'Reilly
Heather Bird Amy (Patient 758)

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