Roberts Next Door LLC, a new production company founded by Robert Christopher Smith and Robert Banks, is disrupting the vertical series landscape with their innovative project ‘Karma Mechanic’. Breaking away from the typical polished, high-production vertical content, the duo has created a gritty, 20-chapter series designed to appeal to fans of surreal storytelling.
The series represents a bold departure from conventional mobile-first entertainment, targeting audiences who appreciate complex narrative styles reminiscent of directors like David Lynch and television series such as Twin Peaks and LOST. By deliberately choosing to fund the entire project personally, Smith and Banks have prioritized creative freedom over traditional financing routes.
The production features a carefully curated cast of repeat collaborators, including Stacy Marie Turner, Erin Anne Gray, and Jonathan Jacob Pekar. These actors have worked with Smith and Banks on previous projects, creating a sense of creative continuity and shared artistic vision.
Distributed across multiple social media platforms including Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and others, ‘Karma Mechanic’ will be released as both a vertical series of short episodes and a feature-length film. The project originated from the founders’ one-act play ‘Killer Session’ and represents their commitment to challenging entertainment industry norms.
By self-financing and embracing an unconventional narrative approach, Smith and Banks are demonstrating that independent filmmakers can create compelling content that stands apart from mainstream productions. Their willingness to take financial and creative risks positions ‘Karma Mechanic’ as a potentially groundbreaking entry in the evolving landscape of digital storytelling.
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