Hemet, or the Landlady Don't Drink Tea

Set in Hemet, California, this film follows a controlling landlady who exploits a crisis to manipulate her tenants. By fostering paranoia and turning the residents against one another, she creates an environment of escalating tension and absurdity. This psychological pressure eventually leads the inhabitants toward erratic behavior, betrayal, and death.

Directed and produced by Tony Olmos, the movie was written by Brian Patrick Butler. The ensemble cast features Kimberly Weinberger as Rosie Perkins, Brian Patrick Butler as Liz Topham-Myrtle, and Aimee La Joie as Kate Myrtle. Other roles include Randy Davison as Sheriff Hunting, Merrick McCartha as Martin, and Matthew Rhodes as Gary, with a total of 25 credited cast members.

Produced by Charybdis Pictures, Rosewood Five, and BayView Entertainment, the 89-minute feature blends elements of comedy, crime, horror, and thriller. Released on February 24, 2024, the film has received a mixed response from viewers, holding a rating of 4.3/10 on IMDb based on 123 votes.