Lúbtha (2019)
A short film inspired by true events and follows the story of a teenager dealing with his sexuality whilst having to grow up in early 90s Northern Ireland. As physical and mental abuse become a daily struggle, Fintan retreats into a world of anger and silence. With no solution on the horizon, he yearns to escape from the small town he’s been trapped in all his life, bringing nothing but his younger brother. As he comes closer to planning his journey to freedom, one night he is shown the reality of acceptance and love.
Director: Ethan McDowell
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Oliver Scullion as Fintan |
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Conor Gormally as Caelan |
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Josh Hegarty as Séamus |
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Ciara Gallagher as Mrs. Murphy |
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Geraldine Galligan as Fintan's Mum |
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Kyran Gilloway as Boy with Gun |
| Writing | Ethan McDowell | Writer |
| Sound | Borbala Szilassi | Sound Recordist |
| Sound | Lucy Carruthers | Sound Recordist |
| Costume & Make-Up | Barry McGowan | Makeup & Hair |
| Sound | Pallavi Kedar | Sound Mixer |
| Costume & Make-Up | Alexandra Moore | Costume Design |
| Camera | Joseph Hobbs | Director of Photography |
| Production | Isla Russell | Production Assistant |
| Production | Lucy Carruthers | Producer |
| Production | Ethan McDowell | Producer |
| Editing | Borbala Szilassi | Editor |
| Editing | Katie Linard | Colorist |
| Directing | Ethan McDowell | Director |
