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Into the Light

Into the Light is a film based on a true story about an elderly abuse and exploitation case. It chronicles the life an elderly man with dementia who is locked alone in a room with only one option for escape.

  • Cameron Wheeless
    Director
  • Cameron Wheeless
    Writer
  • Stanley Thomas
    Writer
  • Cameron Wheeless
    Producer
  • Stanley Thomas
    Producer
  • Biliana Grozdanova
    Producer
  • Michael Martin
    Key Cast
  • Lahiny Pierre
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    20 minutes 40 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    March 31, 2016
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    1:85
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Cameron Wheeless

Cameron Wheeless is a native Austin filmmaker and New Orleans transplant who has been working in the film industry for the past four years. Into the Light marks Cameron's directorial debut as an independent writer and director. He is a University of New Orleans graduate and works as an editor for various independent productions.

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Director Statement

Elder abuse and exploitation is on the rise and directly coincides with the rise in dementia and Alzheimer's. As a creative professional I believe one should tell stories that promote social change. This film forces us (the viewer) to take a look at the neglected segments of our society, in particular our elderly.