Hike

After continuing to stress over the unfinished and growing list of to-do's, a girl recalls her friend's advice to take a hike and step away from her worries for a moment.

  • Sophia Bendaw
    Director
  • Sophia Bendaw
    Writer
  • Sophia Bendaw
    Key Cast
    "Nameless Girl"
  • Sarah Metwally
    Key Cast
    "Friend"
  • Kevin Bendaw
    Producer
  • Project Type:
    Experimental, Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    1 minute 15 seconds
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • Short Films Matter

    United States
    February 5, 2025
    Featured Short
Director Biography - Sophia Bendaw

Sophia Bendaw is an African-American student filmmaker based in Medford, Oregon. What started from a silly little iMovies trailer became a passion for storytelling and film. She has taken on a directing role for many of her film classes, learning and expanding her voice as a filmmaker. Throughout her career, she has created small, self-produced films focused on the many emotions experienced throughout life. She has also assisted on many other sets, helping as a PA, Scripty, and 2nd AC. Sophia hopes to continue studying this art of visual storytelling in college, and she hopes to create and share stories that resonate with people long after the credits roll.

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