From Experience

Written and Directed by George Castle, "From Experience" tells the short story of a Younger Sibling (Arthur Bell) trapped in his family's home physically and mentally abused by his Older Brother (Oliver Peach). Using writing as a coping mechanism, he seeks some mental solitude but when his brother takes away his stories and the abuse increases, the Younger Sibling decides to escape the house by any means necessary...

  • George Castle
    Director
  • George Castle
    Writer
  • George Castle
    Producer
  • Oliver Peach
    Producer
  • Arthur Bell
    Key Cast
    "Younger Sibling"
  • Oliver Peach
    Key Cast
    "Older Brother"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Thriller, Drama, Horror, Short, Indie
  • Runtime:
    22 minutes 17 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 3, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    500 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Leeds Arts University
Director Biography - George Castle

Having just graduated with a first-class degree in BA (Hons) Filmmaking and having worked professionally as a lighting assistant in the British film industry since 2021, George is an aspiring filmmaker and travel photographer from southern England with a varied portfolio of work.

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Director Statement

As my short film directorial debut, I am beyond pleased with the way this project has turned out. The great collaboration of all the cast and crew helped build this short film into a piece I am proud to have orchestrated and been a part of.