Private Project

Kite

A man stands at the edge of a cliff staring at the void beneath. With nothing left to live for and only one thing left to lose he has
a chance to meet with a little stranger who gives him hope and a reason to live.
Kite tells the story of a friendship between a middle-aged foreigner and a little Chinese girl; it's also a film about second
chances. Life is a beautiful thing, and you should never give up but keep your hopes and dreams alive even in your darkest
hours. They are both lonely alone, but destiny throws them together on a remote island of all places. They both learn that life
is worth living even though we feel there is no way out.

  • Olivier Hero Dressen
    Director
  • Olivier Hero Dressen
    Writer
  • Michael Koltes
    Writer
  • Olivier Hero Dressen
    Producer
  • Camilla Wang
    Producer
  • Michael Koltes
    Key Cast
  • Reina Kinsman
    Key Cast
  • Camilla Wang
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, Adventure, Inspirational
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    June 1, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    80,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    China
  • Country of Filming:
    China
  • Language:
    Chinese, English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Malibu Film Festival
    Santa Monica, California
    United States
    Winner - Best International Short
  • Macau International Children's Film Festival
    Macau
    China
    Winner - Best Short, Best Director, Best Producer
  • PEACH Film Festival
    Santa Monica, California
    United States
    Winner - Best Actress, Finalist - Best Short
  • LA Feedback Film Festival
    Los Angeles, California
    United States
    Winner - Best Direction
  • ATIFF
    New Castle
    United Kingdom
    Winner - Best Cinematography
  • ECA Film Festival
    Amsterdam
    Netherlands
    Winner - Best Short Film, Best Cinematography, Best Producer, Best Supporting Actress, Best Actress, Best Young Actress
  • Barrmore Film Center
    New Jersey
    United States
    Winner - Grand Prize
  • Sydney Web Fest
    Sydney
    Australia
    Winner - Best Supporting Actor
  • Freewheeling Film Festival
    London
    United Kingdom
    Winner - Best Drama Short
  • FICOCC
    Puerto la Cruz
    Venezuela
    Winner - Best Adventure Short, Special Mention - Best Production, Best Cinematography, Best Actor, Best Young Actress Short Film
  • ATIFF Film Award
    Newcastle Emlyn
    United Kingdom
    Winner - Best Cinematography
  • AIMAFF
    Athens
    Greece
    Honorable Mention - Best Director, Best Short Film
  • T.I.F.A.
    Rancagua
    Chile
    Bronze Tilapia - Best Short
  • CUT
    Millville
    United States
    Finalist - Best Short
  • The Bay
    Morecambe
    United Kingdom
    Semi Finalist - Best Short
  • Büyük Taarruz
    Afyonkarahisar
    Turkey
    Semi Finalist - Best Short
  • Scorpius Festival
    Utah
    United States
    Nominee - Best Short
  • FLIC - Flathead Lake International Cinemafest
    Montana
    United States
    Nominee - Best Cinematography
  • Attic Theatre International Film Festival

    United Kingdom
    Official Selection - Best Short
  • 100 Films Retreat

    United States
    Official Selection - Best Short
  • Pune India 21

    India
    Official Selection - Best Short
  • Symbiotic Film Festival

    Ukraine
    Official Selection - Best Short
  • XNLT Film Festival

    United States
    Official Selection - Best Short
  • Orlando International Film Festival

    United States
    Official Selection - Best Short
  • AXD Film Festival

    United States
    Official Selection - Best Short
  • MIRADA CORTA

    Mexico
    Semi Finalist - Best Short
Director Biography - Olivier Hero Dressen

Olivier Hero Dressen is a highly acclaimed film director with an impressive portfolio of work spanning fashion, commercials, music videos, and films. He is known for his unique approach to character development and storytelling and has collaborated with celebrities and major brands1. He is also a senior creative director, director, photographer, and illustrator working in the advertising, fashion, music, and film industry.

You can find more information about him on his official website www.herodirector.tv or on his IMDb

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Director Statement

Kite is a story that speaks to the beauty of human connection and the power of hope. As a director, my goal was to capture the essence of this touching tale and bring it to life on the screen. I wanted to showcase the power of friendship and second chances and to remind audiences that life is a journey full of hope and inspiration.

Through Kite, I hope to inspire audiences to embrace their dreams and never give up hope, even in the darkest of moments. I wanted to create a film that touched people's hearts and reminded them of the importance of human connection, no matter how different we may seem.
Ultimately, Kite is a film that speaks to the beauty of life and the resilience of the human spirit. I am honored to have been a part of this project, and I hope that it inspires audiences around the world to embrace hope, friendship, and the power of the human heart.