Private Project

Lift

A man at a crossroads attempts to break free from his self-imposed cage. 'Lift' explores the choices we make when the chips are down, we’re stuck in a rut or down on our luck and regardless of circumstance our ability to change the hand we’ve been dealt.

  • Daniel Thomas
    Director
  • Daniel Thomas
    Writer
  • Daniel Thomas
    Producer
  • Jonas Gersmehl
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    3 minutes 45 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 12, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    0 EUR
  • Country of Origin:
    Germany
  • Country of Filming:
    Germany
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Daniel Thomas

Daniel is a fiercely independent Australian writer, director and actor based in Hamburg, Germany. He doesn’t believe in waiting for permission to be creative and is interested in stories that explore the human condition and our ability to thrive after adversity. 'Lift' is the 3rd short Daniel has written and directed.

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Director Statement

An estimated 703,000 people take their life around the world each year. By raising awareness, reducing the stigma and encouraging well-informed action, we can reduce instances of suicide around the world.