Sci-Fi Short Film: "Instant Doctor" | DUST

Summary

In a satirical take on healthcare, a patient receives a series of diagnoses and treatments through an 'Instant Doctor' service. Initially diagnosed with a benign condition, the patient is offered a free treatment. However, the second diagnosis reveals a severe brain tumor, Glioblastoma Multiforme, drastically reducing the patient's life expectancy to about 8 months. The absurdity of the situation is highlighted by the service's impersonal notification to the patient's family and the final, repetitive wish for a 'pleasant life'.

Takeaways

• 🕒 The script mentions a 'last train in 8 minutes', indicating a time-sensitive situation.
• 💧 'You chose water.' suggests a decision-making scenario, possibly about a preference or choice.
• 🚫 'This item is out of stock.' implies a limitation or unavailability of a product or service.
• 👋 'Welcome to your appointment, Charles.' introduces a character and a setting of a scheduled event.
• 🤔 'What?' and 'I'm sorry. I didn't get that.' show confusion or a lack of clarity in communication.
• 🧍 'Your age is 52 years old...' provides personal details about a character, setting the stage for further context.
• 🏥 'You have two diagnoses and one free treatment today.' reveals the medical context of the script and an offer of service.
• 💡 'Genius.' could be a sarcastic or ironic comment, suggesting a tone of the script.
• 💰 'Please confirm co-payment of 126,356 Bitcoins to proceed.' introduces a significant financial transaction, likely exaggerated for comedic effect.
• 😷 'Diagnosis. Capillary dilation within the bronchial tubes.' and 'Metastatic Glioblastoma Multiforme.' present medical conditions with varying severity.
• 🕰 'Your life expectancy has been adjusted from 156,982 hours remaining, to 5,837.' dramatically changes the narrative with a life-altering prognosis.
• 📢 'Your family has been notified via Tik Tok.' shows a modern, possibly inappropriate method of delivering serious news.
• 🏥 'Please log on to your patient portal, for a referral to a palliative care center near you.' directs the character to seek further medical assistance.
• 🌐 'Instant Doctor. The most effective mobile healthcare service in the world!' ends the script with a promotional statement for the service, despite the grim context.

Q & A

What is the first indication of time constraint in the script?

The first indication of a time constraint is the announcement of the 'Last train in 8 minutes.'

What does the script imply about the user's choice of a beverage?

The script implies that the user has chosen water, as stated in the line 'You chose water.'

What is the issue with the item the user is interested in?

The item the user is interested in is out of stock, as mentioned in 'I'm sorry. This item is out of stock.'

Who is the person being welcomed to an appointment?

The person being welcomed to an appointment is Charles, as indicated by 'Welcome to your appointment, Charles.'

What is the user's age, height, and weight according to the script?

The user is 52 years old, 6 feet 2 inches tall, and weighs 197.6 pounds.

What is the user's response to the first diagnosis offer?

The user agrees to proceed with the first diagnosis, responding with 'Yes.'

What is the unusual request made during the treatment process?

An unusual request is made for a co-payment of 126,356 Bitcoins to proceed with the treatment.

What is the first diagnosis given to the user?

The first diagnosis is capillary dilation within the bronchial tubes.

What serious condition is revealed as the second diagnosis?

The second diagnosis reveals a serious condition, Metastatic Glioblastoma Multiforme, which is a type of brain tumor.

How is the user informed about their life expectancy after the second diagnosis?

The user's life expectancy is adjusted to 5,837 hours remaining, which is about 8 months, and their family is notified via Tik Tok.

What service does the script promote as the most effective mobile healthcare service?

The script promotes 'Instant Doctor' as the most effective mobile healthcare service in the world.