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 |
| Production | Lucy Carruthers | Producer |
| Production | Ethan McDowell | Producer |
| Camera | Joseph Hobbs | Director of Photography |
| Sound | Borbala Szilassi | Sound Recordist |
| Sound | Lucy Carruthers | Sound Recordist |
| Costume & Make-Up | Alexandra Moore | Costume Design |
| Costume & Make-Up | Barry McGowan | Makeup & Hair |
| Production | Isla Russell | Production Assistant |
| Editing | Borbala Szilassi | Editor |
| Editing | Katie Linard | Colorist |
| Sound | Pallavi Kedar | Sound Mixer |
| Directing | Ethan McDowell | Director |
