ROBBERY

Psyche, a female cashier working at a convenience store, feeling hopeless about her dull life, collaborated with an online friend she didn't know was blind to plan a robbery. However, they accidentally killed someone. As they struggled to figure out what to do next, a real robber walked into the store…

  • Chun Jie Hsieh
    Director
  • Chun Jie Hsieh
    Writer
  • Neko Chen
    Producer
  • Rongxin Kang
    Editor
  • Hsuan-Ze (Oscar) Lin
    Camera Operator
  • Michelle Nguyen
    Key Cast
    ""Psyche""
  • Mark Merco
    Key Cast
    ""Rober""
  • Jackson Liao
    Key Cast
    ""Mr Heish""
  • Owen Stephens
    Key Cast
    ""Clyde""
  • Ome Wu
    Key Cast
    ""Bonnie""
  • Rongxin Kang
    Writer
  • Hanxuan（Neko） Chen
    Writer
  • Yi Chang
    Writer
  • Hanxuan（Neko） Chen
    First Assistant Director
  • Jiatong Zhao
    1st Assistant Camera
  • Hanxuan（Neko） Chen
    Clapper-Loader
  • Rongxin Kang
    Script supervisor
  • Rongxin Kang
    Art Designer
  • Hanxuan（Neko） Chen
    Art Designer
  • Hanqi Zhang
    Gaffer
  • Mohan Liu
    Stylist
  • Rongxin Kang
    Stylist
  • Yi Chang
    Stylist
  • Eunice Wang
    Stylist
  • Hanxuan（Neko） Chen
    Stylist
  • YanYuan Liu
    Lighting Assistant
  • Yuxuan Qi
    Boomer
  • Charles Amos
    Film Composer
  • Rina Amami
    Film Composer
  • Sarah Shanahan
    Film Composer
  • Yue Shi
    BTS photographer
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    12 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    June 10, 2024
  • Country of Origin:
    Australia
  • Country of Filming:
    Australia
  • Language:
    Chinese, English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    17:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    Yes - The University of Sydney
Director Biography - Chun Jie Hsieh

CHUN JIE HSIEH, also known as JJ, is a filmmaker based in Sydney, Australia, with a focus on directing, writing, and editing. Growing up in Taiwan, he pursued his undergraduate studies in Television and Film in China before furthering his education in film at the University of Sydney in Australia. His passion for cinema stems from his childhood experiences of weekly visits to the movie theater with his mother, igniting a deep interest in storytelling through film. Having grown up in different countries and cities, JJ's diverse life experiences have enriched his creative vision, inspiring him to explore innovative ways of visually expressing his ideas. With a wealth of ideas and a penchant for unconventional storytelling, he has created a diverse range of film and video projects, including documentaries, short films, and music videos, characterized by his unique creative style and imaginative storytelling techniques.

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Director Statement

"Robbery" is a dark comedy heist film that explores the unexpected connections formed amidst chaos and desperation. At its core, "Robbery" is a film about human relationships and the complexities of morality. Through the lens of a heist gone wrong, we explore themes of love, desperation, and redemption. PSYCHE, trapped in a dull life, finds comfort and companionship in her online friendship with ROBER, a young man who navigates the world without sight but with unwavering optimism. Their collaboration to commit a robbery reflects their shared desire for change and escape from their respective hardships.
However, as the plan spirals out of control and tragedy strikes, PSYCHE is forced to confront the consequences of her actions and grapple with her own moral compass. The presence of Mr Hsieh, the store owner, adds an additional layer of tension and dark humor to the narrative, highlighting the complexities of human interactions and the unpredictability of fate.
Through "Robbery," I aim to challenge conventional notions of right and wrong and explore the grey areas of morality. By blending elements of thriller, drama, love, dark humor, and heist genres, the film offers a unique and thought-provoking viewing experience.