Cheesy Mourning (2025)
Created as part of a 48-hour film challenge, this tender and lightly comedic short follows recently widowed Dad Eli as he navigates the chaos of a single morning with his spirited 11-year-old daughter, Naomi. What begins as a struggle over burnt grilled cheese turns into a quiet, heartfelt moment of connection, love, and resilience. Naomi’s wisdom, humor, and old-soul insight help her father navigate grief, reminding us that even in loss, love—and laughter—can still find a way. A story about family, imperfection, and the small moments that make life meaningful. "This film made as part of 48 Hours California and the Sacramento International Film Festival ©2025." #ShortFilm #48HourFilmChallenge #Family #Grief #ComedyDrama #FatherDaughter #Heartfelt #MinimalistFilm #BurntGrilledCheese #LoveAndLoss #EmotionalShort #CheesyMourning
Director: Zemario Sheppard
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Zemario Sheppard as Eli-(Dad) |
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Zamaya Sheppard as Naomi (Daughter) |
| Directing | Zemario Sheppard | Director |
| Production | Zemario Sheppard | Producer |
| Editing | Zemario Sheppard | Editor |
| Writing | Zemario Sheppard | Writer |
