Far on Foot (2001)

Far on Foot is a darkly humorous drama that follows Sophie Cartwright, a journalist who takes on the responsibility of a lifetime as she persuades her dying father, Christopher, to undergo ... See full summary »

Director:

Stephanie R.M. Smith

Writers:

Stephanie R.M. Smith, Casey-Leigh Thinnes

Stars:

Dolly Wells, Martin Horsey, Kacee DeMasi

Cast

Credited cast:
Dolly Wells	...	Sophie Cartwirght
Martin Horsey	...	Christopher Cartwright
Rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Kacee DeMasi	...	Transient
Tina Gasbarra

Storyline

Far on Foot is a darkly humorous drama that follows Sophie Cartwright, a journalist who takes on the responsibility of a lifetime as she persuades her dying father, Christopher, to undergo a last hope, alternative cancer treatment abroad. Having just landed on U.S. soil, their strained relationship begins to surface as Christopher's suitcase fails to arrive at the baggage claim, marking the first of many unlucky and disastrous incidents as they endeavor to reach the clinic. Sophie's attempts at pacifying her father are met with irritation and scorn, but nothing will prepare them for the almost 'supernatural' fate that is about to hit them. After a doomed taxi ride and an overly superstitious Israeli driver who refuses to continue, the shocked couple are forced to continue their journey on foot, whilst sharing an uneasy truce. The surreal labyrinth of downtown L.A, provides the backdrop to an emotional voyage that will opens old wounds. As their odyssey begins to wear on them, ...

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama | Family | Short

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Details

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

September 2001 (USA)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Sisyphs Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

22 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

User Reviews

A profoundly moving drama of the human spirit about a young woman who takes on the responsibility of a life-time as she takes her reluctant father to an `alternative' cancer clinic abroad.

Raw and immediate - I saw this gem of a movie at the New York Ind. Film Festival. It's a rare treat to see a short of such uncommon grace and heart. Excellent performances especially from rising star, Dolly Wells, who plays the long-suffering daughter,