The Apprentice (2014)
Wayne, an awkward loner, has just started working the graveyard shift as an apprentice mortician. When his merciless supervisor leaves him alone and in charge for the night, Wayne decides to make the most of it. Starring Anton Yelchin, this controversial short film was cut from the theatrical release of "Movie 43" for pushing the boundaries too far.
Directors: Damon Escott, Steve Baker.
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Anton Yelchin as Wayne |
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Maria Volk as Girl |
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Shane Jacobson as Bob |
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Stephen Kearney as Father |
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Lou Lou Kearney as Mother |
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Christopher Kirby as Cop 1 |
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Colin Lane as Cop 2 |
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Simon Mallory as Medic 1 |
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Ray Tiernan as Medic 2 |
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Tristan Maklai as News Camera Operator |
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Nicole Joy Tan as Reporter |
| Production | Stephen Kearney | Producer |
| Directing | Damon Escott | Director |
| Writing | Steve Baker | Writer |
| Directing | Steve Baker | Director |
| Production | Leanne Tonkes | Producer |
| Production | Marianne Jade | Casting |
| Sound | Luka Kuncevic | Original Music Composer |
| Camera | Adam Arkapaw | Director of Photography |
| Editing | Damon Escott | Editor |
| Editing | Steve Baker | Editor |