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Big Bear

A father and daughter settle their differences with cards...and bears.

  • Ben McHugh
    Director
  • Ben McHugh
    Writer
  • Ben McHugh
    Producer
  • Madelyn McHugh
    Key Cast
    "Daughter"
  • Ben McHugh
    Key Cast
    "Father"
    Bue Bloods, Loudest Voice In The Room
  • Ben McHugh
    Editor
    Nana's Room, The Last Queen, Fragile, Hotline
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    2 minutes 8 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 23, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    750 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Berlin Flash Film Festival

    Germany
    Honorable Mention
  • Best Shorts Competition

    United States
    Award of Recognition
  • New York International Film Awards

    United States
    Finalist
  • Chain NYC Film Festival

    United States
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Ben McHugh

Director, Writer and Producer of "Big Bear", "Perfect Not Perfect" and "Gregory". He has also edited the award winning "Nana's Room", "Hotline", "Fragile" and "The Last Queen" documentary

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Director Statement

A slightly slanted look at the early days of COVID-19 isolation in New York City and the trials and tribulations a father and daughter endure. Enjoy!