Franky Loses It

Enter the mind of Franky, a former band front-man turned people-watcher and recluse while he tussles with his cynical thoughts urging him to commit an all out robbing spree, only to find out his motives are closer to the heart then expected.

  • Dalton Call
    Director
    On a Hilltop in Maine
  • Dalton Call
    Writer
    On a Hilltop in Maine
  • Hudson Call
    Writer
    On a Hilltop in Maine
  • Aina Grané Pérez
    Producer
    On a Hilltop in Maine
  • Bryn Williams
    Producer
  • Ethan Breinholt
    Key Cast
    "Franky"
  • Ross Seymour
    Key Cast
    "Cop"
  • Rachel Rose
    Key Cast
    "Mom"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Psychological Drama
  • Runtime:
    9 minutes 58 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 26, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    1,650 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.35:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Utah Tech University
  • Utah Tech University
    St. George
    United States
    April 30, 2024
    Best Directed, Best Cinematography, Best Male Lead Actor
  • Docutah International Film Festival
    St. George, UT
    United States
    February 27, 2025
  • Desertscape Film Festival
    St. George, UT
    United States
    April 16, 2025
  • Kanab Film Festival
    Kanab, UT
    United States
    May 3, 2025
    Promising New Director
  • East Village New York Film Festival
    New York
    United States
    October 26, 2025
    Finalist
  • Daybreak Film Festival
    Daybreak, UT
    United States
    November 8, 2025
    Audience Choice
  • Seoul International Short Film Festival
    Seoul
    South Korea
    November 12, 2025
Director Biography - Dalton Call

Dalton Call is an award-winning filmmaker based in Utah, USA. Known for nostalgic color palettes and emotionally resonant storytelling, his work combines a strong technical command of post-production with a collaborative, professional approach. He holds a BS in Digital Film and Photography and has earned multiple directing awards, affirming both his artistry and dedication to the craft.

His captivating short film "Franky Loses It" (2024) serves as an homage to music video/montage style editing with an underlying emotional grip, while his Director debut "On a Hilltop in Maine" (2023) feels like an excerpt from a Drama/Thriller TV series made in the 80's.

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