TBD

TBD is the fifth episode of Chapters.' first season. Written and directed by Josey Davis, it is her sophomoric short film effort and stars Mike Barkhoff, Ashtun O'Rourke, and herself.

The short film was met with laud, with many considering it the strongest of the series' first season along with Spree. It tells the story of an author trying to decide the story of her next novel, and living the stories out in her head.

Conception
The idea for the film came after Davis' misinterpreted the title of "Locked Twist" as TBD, what was on the script's front page that she read. After clarifying, she told Barkhoff she would be interested in making a film with that title. Barkhoff taught her how to properly write a script with this short film.

Plot
An author tries to determine what her next work's story will be and lives through each potential story.

Production
The film was shot in the course of a day. Jarrod Van Hauen was extended an offer to appear but couldn't due to scheduling conflicts.

Trivia
- Frequently considered to be one of Barking Vans' best projects. Cited often alongside "$pree", "Candlelight", and "Into the Wild".

Continuity
- The title and concept of "TBD" directly ties into the plot twist of the season, revealed in the next episode.

Reception
TBD was met with laud from an online presence, with many calling it one of Barking Vans' best efforts. It is considered, alongside Candlelight and Spree to be one of the best short films of their production. Notably, it drew the complete opposite criticisms faced at Davis' debut short film, Locked Twist. It and Spree are often times debated for title of Best Episode of Chapters.' debut season.