Skip to content
What's After the Movie?
Short comedy drama

Proximity (2019): Cast, Ratings & Plot

Proximity (2019) movie poster

Proximity is a 2019 short comedy drama starring Brittney Rae as Mae Axton, Melania Zalipsky and Julie Reifers. It runs 7 minutes and was made on a reported $10,000 budget. Its Echo Score is 44/100.

Echo Score
44
budget
$10K
Loading streaming availability…
Proximity (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
7 min
Genres
Comedy , Drama
Original language
English
Budget
$10K
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Proximity About?

The premise of Proximity without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

An introverted bellhop and a misanthropic desk clerk connect over their dark pasts and unintentionally become two lovers on the lam.

Proximity Themes & Keywords

· 25 tags
  • licorice
  • reference to elvis presley
  • sister sister relationship
  • bellhop hat
  • mother daughter relationship
  • workplace romance
  • workplace relationship
  • red licorice
  • saving up money
  • hotel lobby
  • hitchhiking
  • hotel
+13 more
  • swedish fish
  • cat
  • cigarette smoking
  • taxi ride
  • licorice stick
  • red
  • bellhop
  • france
  • man vomits
  • red licorice stick
  • diner
  • sneeze
  • woman sneezes
Loading streaming availability…
Cast & crew

Proximity Cast & Characters

Brittney Rae leads the cast as Mae Axton, with Melania Zalipsky as Lyla Axton and Julie Reifers as Nannie Boren.

Also Starring in Proximity

· 4 more
Ratings

Proximity Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 44/100, strongest in sensory experience (58) and weakest in character & emotion (30).

44 /100

Proximity Echo Score Breakdown

Proximity struggles to deliver a cohesive cinematic experience, with the majority of critics and viewers highlighting uneven direction, patchy editing, and a thin visual identity. While a handful of reviewers commend the production design, location work, and occasional special‑effects flair, these strengths are insufficient to offset the pervasive narrative and tonal inconsistencies. The net impression is that the film offers fleeting moments of charm amid an otherwise sub‑par execution, limiting its broader appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 48

    In terms of art and craft, the film presents a mixed picture. Critics note that the direction feels tentative and some technical aspects appear uneven, yet several reviewers praise the striking locations and occasional effective special‑effects work. User comments echo this divide, citing both impressive visual moments and cheap production values. Overall, the artistic execution lands in the lower‑mid range, reflecting sporadic competence amid notable flaws.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When it comes to character and emotional depth, Proximity fares poorly. Both critics and users repeatedly describe the acting as underwhelming and the performances as lacking nuance. Few positive remarks surface, and none offset the widespread criticism of flat characterizations and weak chemistry. Consequently, the character score rests firmly in the low tier, indicating a significant shortfall in audience engagement through performance.

  • Story & Flow 45

    The story and narrative flow of the film receive mixed feedback. Critics highlight an overly long, unoriginal plot with pacing issues, while a minority applaud its engaging premise and occasional gripping chase sequences. User commentary mirrors this split, noting promising concepts but devolving into cliché and hollow execution. The resulting score reflects a balance of moderate intrigue tempered by considerable storytelling weaknesses.

  • Sensory Experience 58

    Sensory experience draws both praise and criticism. Reviewers commend the soundtrack’s retro feel, the occasional striking visual style, and effective special‑effects moments. Conversely, many point to uneven sound design and inconsistent visual cohesion. User observations similarly note impressive music and scenery alongside cheap set pieces. This blend of quality and deficiency places the sensory score slightly above average, acknowledging notable highlights amid flaws.

  • Rewatch Factor 40

    Rewatch factor for Proximity is limited. While a few critics and viewers find the film oddly riveting and suggest it could entertain repeat viewings, the predominant sentiment describes it as forgettable, with many abandoning it midway. Positive remarks about its novelty are outweighed by widespread disappointment, resulting in a modest score that signals low replay value for most audiences.

Plot

Proximity Plot Summary

What happens in Proximity from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

** The story then shifts to the present, where a young computer engineer named Isaac begins a video diary to document his life. After a routine hike, a glowing flying saucer appears and he is taken aboard. Three days later he awakens by the water, shaken by what he believes are vivid hallucinations and a precise, unnatural cut on a broken bone. He uploads the abduction footage online, and it quickly goes viral, turning his life into a media storm. The news, the media, and even the government circle him, each hungry for answers about what really happened. Amid the noise, Isaac starts noticing a thread of alien life that runs through history, suggesting that these beings have been observing humanity for a long time.

Full summary

The whole story of Proximity, scene by scene

Read the full summary
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Proximity?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

Question 1 of 10

  1. Question 1: not answered
  2. Question 2: not answered
  3. Question 3: not answered
  4. Question 4: not answered
  5. Question 5: not answered
  6. Question 6: not answered
  7. Question 7: not answered
  8. Question 8: not answered
  9. Question 9: not answered
  10. Question 10: not answered

What is the name of the young computer engineer who is abducted by aliens?

Cars

Cars in Proximity

17 cars on screen, including the 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe and the 2016 Ford Explorer.

All 17 cars
  • 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe in Proximity 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe Important role
  • 2016 Ford Explorer in Proximity 2016 Ford Explorer Important role
  • 2018 Lincoln Navigator L in Proximity 2018 Lincoln Navigator L Important role
  • 2017 Nissan Armada in Proximity 2017 Nissan Armada Important role

Seen Proximity?

FAQ

Proximity FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Proximity, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Proximity?

Proximity runs 7 minutes.

When was Proximity released?

Proximity was released on June 15, 2019.

Who is in the cast of Proximity?

Proximity stars Brittney Rae as Mae Axton, Melania Zalipsky as Lyla Axton and Julie Reifers as Nannie Boren, among 8 credited actors.

What was the budget of Proximity?

Proximity had a reported budget of $10,000.

Does Proximity have a post-credit scene?

No. Proximity has no extra scene during or after the credits.

Coming soon to your phone

The Plot Explained Movie Summary App

From blockbusters to hidden gems: plot summaries, endings explained and timelines on your phone. Save your favorites and never miss a twist again.

Be the first to know when it launches. Your email stays private, always. Learn more about the app