Private Project

Rest from the Edge

Two strangers meet on the same night they both plan to take their life.

  • Barrett DeYoung
    Director
  • Barrett DeYoung
    Writer
  • Benjamin J. Young
    Producer
  • Barrett DeYoung
    Producer
  • Marie Preske
    Key Cast
    "Harper"
  • Aidan Moulder
    Key Cast
    "Rudolph"
  • Benjamin J. Young
    Key Cast
    "Judd"
    Sorry for the Wait
  • Jurel Kirkland
    Director of Photography
  • Lorenzo Eelen
    Sound Mixing
  • Lindsay Dievert
    Score
  • Ruben Herrera
    Colorist
  • Trevor Legeret
    VFX / Additional Score
  • Klara Vertes
    Set Design / Costume Design
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Dark Comedy, Thriller, Psychological
  • Runtime:
    32 minutes 47 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 27, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    4,000 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 - Barrett DeYoung

Barrett DeYoung, a 23-year-old filmmaker from Newtown, CT, has been immersed in the world of cinema since childhood. Barrett's parents began dating after discovering their shared love of "Horror Hotel" and passed down their passion for cinema to Barrett and his two siblings. Barrett studied acting at Pace University, where he also pursued stand-up and improv. During his freshman year, he began writing and directing, and discovered that his true passion lay behind the scenes.

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Director Statement

Rest From The Edge was my opportunity to explore and reflect on my own experience with the themes this film present. My hope is that this film allows healthy and open discussion about the viewers feelings and thoughts about what has been put on display.