Amoeba (film)

Amoeba is a 2023 American independent drama film directed by Matthew Silver. The film stars Matthew Silver, Lucas Near-Verbrugghe, and Liza Jessie Peterson. It follows a man, played by Silver, who works at a failing video store and struggles to connect with the world around him.

The film premiered at the Slamdance Film Festival in January 2023. It received generally positive reviews, with critics praising Silver's performance and the film's unique tone and atmosphere. Some criticism was directed towards the film's pacing and perceived lack of narrative structure. Amoeba explores themes of isolation, nostalgia, and the changing landscape of media consumption.