Since its 2015 festival debut, this groundbreaking interactive film continues inspiring filmmakers and audiences exploring narrative experimentation.

Daniels have done it again. Before they made the jump to features with their indie summer hit “Swiss Army Man,” directing duo Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert built up a hefty portfolio of short films and music videos. One of those inventive shorts is “Possibilia,” a six-minute exploration of memory and time seen through the lens of one couple’s break-up.

Starring Alex Karpovsky (“Girls”) and Zoe Jarman (“The Mindy Project”) as Rick and Pollie, the comedic actors sink their teeth into the melancholy of heartache and indecision. Beginning with the question: “What if you stayed?” and ending right where it began, “Possibilia” offers no answers, but infinite possibilities

Billed as “an interactive love story set in the multiverse — whatever that means,” the short film offers each viewer a unique experience. As the frames multiply, one can choose which storyline to follow, the options growing as the couple’s arguments heat up. Using body doubles, the couples from other possibilities blend into one another. Reality is not fixed here, and just as Rick and Pollie dispute their memories, neither can the viewer ever see the whole picture.

The film — like time itself — has no clear ending. You might find yourself wanting to take another spin through this lovely little drama. Take a look:

“Possibilia” premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival and was an official selection of 2015 Sundance Film Festival’s New Frontiers. The film launches today on the interactive platform Eko, and is co-produced by Prettybird.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Possibilia and how does it work?

Possibilia is a six-minute interactive short film by directors Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert that lets viewers choose different narrative paths. As the couple’s argument progresses, branching storylines multiply, allowing each viewer to experience a unique version of the same breakup story with different outcomes.

Who are the main actors in Possibilia?

Possibilia stars Alex Karpovsky from HBO’s Girls and Zoe Jarman from The Mindy Project as Rick and Pollie. Both comedic actors deliver melancholic performances exploring themes of heartache, indecision, and how different choices create alternate realities in their relationship.

Where can I watch Possibilia online in India?

Possibilia premiered on the interactive platform Eko. The film was also showcased at major festivals including Tribeca Film Festival and Sundance Film Festival’s New Frontiers program, making it accessible through these official festival platforms.

What is the plot of Possibilia?

Possibilia explores a couple’s breakup across multiple realities by asking the central question: ‘What if you stayed?’ The narrative has no fixed ending, using body doubles and visual effects to blend alternate versions of the couple, reflecting how memory and perception shape our understanding of relationships.

Who directed Possibilia and what else have they made?

Possibilia was directed by Daniel Kwan and Daniel Scheinert, collectively known as Daniels. Before transitioning to feature films, they built a portfolio of experimental short films and music videos, later achieving success with their indie feature Swiss Army Man.