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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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

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Alternate Versions

Due to the controversial nature of the ending, an alternative version known as the 'Education Version' was edited and was distributed through schools for educational purposes.

User Reviews

David Lazarus

He did a splendid job. in a film who, at the first sigh, is about bullyng and its consequences. after its end, you discover many other senses of a touching, bitter, special film about deep solitude. sure, the admirable cinematography, the camera , the story are real good points. but it is a film of an impressive craft to give an unique state to its public. sure, it could be defined as sadness or compassion or fury. but its name remains unknown. because it is result of great performance of a boy, a bird and a running competion. and the most significant memory is a field with a tree and the eyes of mother.so, one of short films who must see.

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