Directed by Mariya Ranieli and Kevin Barba, from a script by Mariya Ranieli, ‘Outdates’ is a short film that is part of a wider comedy web-series. Based somewhat on true events, the Episode, titled ‘The Cough’, delves into a woman’s farcical romantic date. Mariya Ranieli stars as Britt, who finds herself in a quandary over her date’s unorthodox sexual fetish. Dan Levin co-stars as Tim – Britt’s eccentric, albeit charming encounter. Despite the episodes low-cost production value, which may detach viewer interest, the narrative is highly amusing with witty cast performances.

The 10-minute comedy film (Episode 2 of the ‘Outdates’ comedy series) opens with an endearing date between Britt and Tim. After the sudden death of her fiancé, Britt finds herself back in the dating scene – with rib-ticking outcomes. Despite Britt and Tim hitting things off swimmingly, Tim declares his peculiar sexual fetish – a woman’s cough. As Britt attempts to put his blemish behind her, their courtship hits breaking point when she is taken ill by a sinus infection. Viewers will be entertained by the comical absurdity and witty dialogue.