Burst!

Inspired by true events, "Burst!" is the coming-of-age story of a 1st Gen freshman who struggles to complete an art project when a thought bubble above her head berates her with self-hatred.

  • Nicholas Janzen
    Director
    Valhalla, The Beginning
  • Maralisa Ortiz
    Writer
  • Krystal Klause
    Producer
    Satisfaction
  • Katherine Panichi
    Producer
  • Nicholas Janzen
    Producer
    Valhalla, The Beginning
  • Derek Berexa
    Producer
  • Brittney Doiron
    Key Cast
    "Daphne Vega"
    Blue Cherries
  • Rebecca Mellinger
    Key Cast
    "Leia"
    Space Station 77
  • Ramon Guzman
    Key Cast
    "Dr. Martinez"
  • Abe Diaz
    Key Cast
    "Dad"
  • Danny Sales
    Key Cast
    "Alex"
  • Connor Griffin
    Cinematographer
    Space Waves
  • Derek Berexa
    Editor
    Space Waves
  • Rawleigh Grove
    Music by
    I'm Fine
  • Dylan George
    VFX
    Valhalla, The Beginning
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 36 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 16, 2021
  • Production Budget:
    6,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    URSA Mini BRAW
  • Aspect Ratio:
    1.55 : 1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Biola University
Director Biography - Nicholas Janzen

Nicholas Jeffrey Janzen (born 19 September 1997) is an American director, producer, and first assistant director. His most recent work being Valhalla, The Beginning (2020), and Burst! (2020)

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Director Statement

Hello! Thank you for taking a look at my work! If you would like to collab hit me up on Instagram @btswithnickj