Ronan's Escape (2010)

Film description: This visually stunning short film set in the rural wheat belt of Western Australia, provides a candid insight into the life of Ronan, a 14 yr old boy who's been bullied ... See full summary »

Director:

A.J. Carter

Writers:

A.J. Carter, Lukas William Martin (screenplay)

Stars:

David Lazarus, Ashleigh Zinko, Ryan Cammiade

7 wins & 5 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
David Lazarus	...	Ronan
Ashleigh Zinko	...	Sally
Ryan Cammiade	...	Ryan 'Soccer Bully'
Louie Vann Praag	...	Gym Instructor
Matthew Hennighan	...	Colin 'Baton Race Bully'
Kirstie Francis	...	Ronan's Mother
James Tayler	...	Justin 'Bus Bully'
Mark Kont	...	Bus Driver
Melissa Kiiveri	...	Melissa
Emily Smith	...	Emily
Joan Batt	...	Ronan's Mother's Friend
Rachel Fforde	...	Baton Race Runner
Nitin Ahuja	...	School Student
Amaya Angel-Townley	...	School Student
Daniel Ayres	...	School Student

Storyline

Film description: This visually stunning short film set in the rural wheat belt of Western Australia, provides a candid insight into the life of Ronan, a 14 yr old boy who's been bullied his whole life at school. This accurate & controversial portrayal of life for someone who has fallen victim to bullying and the repercussions which exist, is told by director A.J. Carter in a unique, exposition intensive format with very little use of dialogue. Ronan's Escape presents arbitrary scenes rather than traditional storytelling which provokes audiences into discussion and interpretation of the scenes on a more personal level while reflecting on their own experiences.

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Plot Keywords:

student film | children | school bully | independent film | 

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Genres:

Short | Drama

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Details

Official Sites:

Official site

Country:

Australia

Language:

English

Release Date:

15 February 2010 (Australia)

Also Known As:

O Refúgio de Ronan

Filming Locations:

Boddington, Western Australia, Australia

Company Credits

Production Co:

Smooth Motion Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

16 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

2.00 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

AWARDS and NOMINATIONS: 2010 - 6th Annual HollyShorts International Film Festival Best International Film WON 2010 - 17th Annual Sedona International Film Festival Best Short Film WON 2011 - Amsterdam International Film Festival Best Director (Van Gogh World Directing Award) WON 2011 - Shorts Film Festival Best upcoming Screenwriter WON 2011 - Peace on Earth Film Festival Best Short Narrative Film WON 2011 - Australian Cinematographers Society Awards Best Cinematography- Short Fictional Drama WON 2011 - Los Angeles International Film Festival Best Production Design WON 2011 - Los Angeles International Film Festival Best Film Honorable Mention WON 2011 - Peace on Earth Film Festival Best Short Film - Student Choice award WON

User Reviews

Unbelievably Beautiful.... Stunning

It is extremely rare that I give a film a 10/10. This film, however, is unlike anything I have ever seen. The acting is very real and personal. It is visually stunning and the story is told flawlessly. There are many 2 hour films out there that have a tragic plot, but none have touched me as deeply as this 15 minute short film. It is very short, and there is very little dialogue, but it is brilliant, thought-provoking and heartbreaking. It is something everyone should see, and it's short length and the fact that it is available on Youtube make this simple. Take the 15 minutes out of your day to watch- I can guarantee that you will not regret seeing this amazing short film. Not only did the filmmakers completely execute their message to viewers, they did it in a deeply genuine and tasteful style that is very, very memorable. But just a warning in advance- it will most definitely have you bawling your eyes out.