Knock Knock

Pete, a student-boxer confronts his drunk father who knocks on his mother's door. Three years later pass, Pete, now pursuing a writing career, is shown to resemble his father and the generational curse, with the relationship of his girlfriend, Jenna.

  • Kurt Kieu
    Director
  • Kurt Kieu
    Writer
  • Cecily Livingston
    Producer
  • Amadeo Hughes
    Key Cast
    "Pete"
  • Neriah Chadwick
    Key Cast
    "Jenna"
  • Sammy Espinoza
    Key Cast
    "Richard"
  • Lisa Robinson
    Key Cast
    "Barbara"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    July 9, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    0 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    RED
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.39.1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Saddleback College
Director Biography - Kurt Kieu

Kurt Kieu (Irvine, California, United States 2003) is an aspiring director and writer. He first began his career as the writer and director to short film "Knock Knock" in 2022. He strives to tell stories that have yet to be told and shines a light on conversations that aren't as prominent in media. In this approach, he assures to work professionally, carefully, and skillfully with talent, crew, and anyone involved in his projects

He has earned an Associates' degree in Cinema from Saddleback College from 2021-2023. He is currently a 3rd year of undergraduate student attending University of California, Santa Barbara.

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