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One Last Sunrise

“One Last Sunrise” is a moving coming-of-age film that follows Amanda (Madelaine Mantrana”, a girl facing her last night due to a terminal illness, as she shares unforgettable moments with her friends. Together, they discover the profound beauty of living in the present, even in the face of mortality.

  • Brandon Swartz
    Director
    Limelight, Where on Earth
  • Brandon Swartz
    Writer
    Limelight, Where on Earth
  • John Stewart
    Producer
  • Madelaine Mantrana
    Key Cast
    "Amanda"
  • Skye Stauffer
    Key Cast
    "Bailey"
  • John Stewart
    Key Cast
    "Matthew"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Coming-of-Age, Drama, Comedy
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 19 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 9, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    500 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:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Brandon Swartz

Brandon Swartz is an accomplished director and filmmaker recognized for his captivating storytelling and visionary approach to cinema. With a career spanning several notable projects, Swartz has left an indelible mark on the film industry through his insightful narratives and distinctive style.

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Director Statement

This is a project I've been working on for 2 years. I wanted to tackle the idea of grief in a way that was palatable to my mind as a highschooler while still handling the intensity of death and pain. I rewrote things multiple times until I got to a point I felt like if me and my friends were in the situation, it's how we would have genuinely handled it.