In the near future, the world has become increasingly dependent on data, algorithms, and all things digital.
Pepperdine Arknight and his company rise to power by possessing the world’s only unhackable code and technology.
A group of motocross riders led by their spiritual leader, A-Hole X, believes digital technology is slowly eroding free will. With awe inspiring underground events, the Moto Nostra showcase the power and freedom of analog life.
Before A-Hole X disappeared, he scattered pre-2000 digital devices in areas designated GR-224, where digital technology mysteriously does not work. He challenged his followers to find the artifacts, claiming they hold the key to reset humanity.
In the GR-224 storyline, Bearclaw, an aging rider is tasked to locate the artifacts and recruits a new “Profounder”. Arknight Industries' Agent Packard also arrives, he needs the devices for his own secret agenda.
Originally conceived as five interconnected stories, Moto Nostra: GR-224 has been reimagined as a feature-length movie. Each chapter examines the analog algorithms that make up the human spirit, while a lone figure observes from within the digital cloud—until all the pieces come together to reveal who comes out ahead in this battle -- DIGITAL VS ANALOG.
THE FUTURE PRESENT: Digital addiction, algorithmic dependence, computers running everything, and the erosion of free will were the core thesis of the thematic concept. And now the future is right in front of us. UNHACKABLE CODE: As digital technology becomes as necessary as air, Arknight Industries rises to power because its technology—its code—can’t be hacked. MOTOCROSS RIDERS ARE ANALOG EXPRESSION: The Moto Nostra personify freedom, courage, creativity, improvisation, and risk-taking—qualities that are dangerous in a world built around probability and risk aversion. THE FOUNDER IS AI: He shows up, made by generative AI, to make a statement against AI. The uncanny valley goes head to head with live actions scenes. PRE-Y2K DIGITAL DEVICES: A mythology surrounds old digital devices scattered throughout mysterious areas that wreak havoc on modern technology. The Moto Nostra believe these devices hold the key to resetting humanity. Arknight wants to reverse-engineer the technology.
Moto Nostra started as part of a slate of content under a new action sports transmedia universe. Initially, I pitched a traditional coming-of-age teen drama and met with high-ranking execs. Instead of taking their pass in stride, we adapted to the changes in how audiences interact with content and—of all things—digital media. We created a slate of different shows and needed a sci-fi entry.
I explored how a group of motocross riders, modeled after the Metal Mulisha, would defy the use of digital devices, believing they would eventually control and block their own free will. Instead, they performed at underground events to inspire the audience through amazing feats of courage.
That was a big, expensive world. To seed it, I adapted again and created a side story that was more intimate and easier to produce. Initially, I shot a pilot, then the other four backstory episodes. All self-funded, even the graphics that people admired during our theater screenings. It’s as analog as you can get.
As a feature, I received multiple distribution offers. I always thought a series format was a better way to absorb all of the ideas. As AI video tools evolved, I adapted again, using them to create scenes that form a thread connecting the episodes and bringing AI itself to the forefront. These scenes create breathing room, and dangle hooks to keep watching. So now Moto Nostra: GR224 works in both formats: as a feature or a series.
This is truly unique. It breaks the rules and norms of what a feature narrative or series can be. Moto Nostra showcases the power of creative ingenuity—and leaves an algorithm eating dust.
Here are some of the original Instagram teaser posts that captured the Analog spirit.
