Head Up Eyes Forward

Landon and Ryan, brothers just three years apart in age, were inseparable for 24 years. Ryan lived an adventurous lifestyle, bound by a high risk, high reward philosophy, while Landon was trapped by depression and anxiety. Then tragedy struck, changing one’s perspective of the world around him forever. Through years of heartache, separation and struggle in the aftermath, a simple painting shined light on a new mission and a desire to lead a life with his head up and eyes forward. 

  • Will Rooney
    Director
  • Brian McLawhorn
    Writer
  • Will Rooney
    Writer
  • Brian McLawhorn
    Producer
  • Will Rooney
    Producer
  • Zach Drechsler
    Cinematography
  • Denver Moyers
    Sound Recording
  • Landon Moss
    Key Cast
  • Ryan Moss
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes 12 seconds
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Arri 3.2K
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Richmond International Film Festival
    Richmond
    United States
    October 1, 2023
    Official Selection
  • Charlotte Film Festival
    Charlotte
    United States
    September 29, 2023
    Official Selection
  • Alexandria Film Festival
    Alexandria
    United States
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Will Rooney

Will Rooney has worked for Charlotte-based production company TA Films for over eight years. He has served as Creative Director and co-director for a library of country music star Luke Combs' videos, including "Forever After All," "Doin' This," and "The Kind of Love We Make." Will has also written and directed narrative short films, and is co-writer, director and producer on numerous documentary projects.

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