SHORTED

When Trump-era tariffs tank the market, a Manhattan hedge fund manager tries to juggle his girlfriend, his analyst, and a collapsing portfolio—all from the comfort of his penthouse bedroom. As political chaos seeps into his personal life, lust and finance collide in this dark comedy about ego, power, and the price of staying on top.

  • Lera Loeb
    Director
  • Lera Loeb
    Writer
  • Lera Loeb
    Producer
  • Nigel Barker
    Key Cast
    "Nate Carter"
  • Andrew Boszhardt
    Key Cast
    "Henry Whitmore "
  • Brianna Bardhi
    Key Cast
    "The Girlfriend "
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    3 minutes 10 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    July 14, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    1,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    RED
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Lera Loeb

Lera Loeb is a Ukrainian-American filmmaker and storyteller based in New York City. Her directorial debut short film Shorted blends dark comedy, political satire, and sharp visual storytelling to explore the emotional fallout of global finance and personal collapse.

Prior to directing, Lera built a career producing award-winning branded content and fashion films for international designers and media platforms. Her work has been recognized for its distinct voice, fearless aesthetic, and ability to merge narrative with cultural critique.

She is currently developing a trilogy of micro-shorts about power, money, and modern identity, as well as expanding The Ukrainian Dream - a politically-charged short film she wrote into a feature.

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Director Statement

This film is short.
So is my attention span.
Enjoy.

— Lera Loeb