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  • Emma Jean Scott
    Director
  • Emma Jean Scott
    Writer
  • Emma Jean Scott
    Producer
  • Chris Kesserwani
    Key Cast
  • Anna Becknell
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Coming-of-age, Short
  • Runtime:
    2 minutes 54 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 1, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    50 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Oglethorpe University
  • Oglethorpe RRC Showcase
    Brookhaven
    United States
    May 7, 2023
    Best Director, Best Leading Performers, Best Film
  • Last Looks Film Festival
    Brookhaven, GA
    United States
    April 5, 2024
    Best Narrative Film
  • Lift-Off Filmmaker Sessions
    Iver
    United Kingdom
    August 26, 2024
    UK Premiere
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Emma Jean Scott


My name is Emma Jean Scott, and I am a filmmaker and performer in Atlanta, Georgia. I am studying theater and film/media at Oglethorpe University, and I hope to take my filmmaking journey into Atlanta and beyond. Follow my journey here and find me on Instagram @emmajeanscottofficial!

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Director Statement

This film is a story near and dear to my heart and one that opened my eyes to the wonders of filmmaking. This film was made with just me, a few of my friends, and a camera. I hope that the heart I felt on set can be felt through the screen. This one is for you Josh.