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Stranded

When Kelly dumps Brian, his world comes crashing down—again. Just like when their cruise ship sank, leaving them as the only two survivors stranded on a deserted island. Brian is left adrift in a sea of misery, while Kelly thrives. After several unlikely encounters, Brian realises he needs to get his life afloat. Just as it looks like their love might be rescued, an actual ship appears on the horizon. Now, Brian faces his biggest dilemma yet: sail solo or stay marooned for a second shot at love.

  • Reilly Archer-Whelan
    Director
  • Michael Whyntie
    Director
  • Michael Whyntie
    Writer
  • Andre Scholz
    Producer
  • Michelle Brasier
    Key Cast
    "Kelly"
  • Ben Russell
    Key Cast
    "Brian"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    17 minutes 5 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 31, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 AUD
  • Country of Origin:
    Australia
  • Country of Filming:
    Australia
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.00:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Flickerfest Academy Award® Qualifying and BAFTA Qualifying International Short Film Festival
    Sydney
    Australia
    Australian Premiere
  • Inner West Film Festival
    Sydney
  • Flickerfest Best of Australian Shorts Brisbane Tour
    Brisbane
  • Flickerfest Best of Australian Shorts Melbourne Tour
    Melbourne
Director Biography - Reilly Archer-Whelan, Michael Whyntie

Reilly Archer-Whelan and Michael Whyntie are a powerhouse directing duo committed to creating entertaining films.
Together they co-directed Bald Future, starring Mark Bonanno from Aunty Donna. Its festival run included; SXSW Sydney, Cinefest Oz, Revelation Perth International, Flicker’s Rhode Island, and Monster Fest, and was recognized in The Curb’s list of the Best 100 Films of 2023.

Their upcoming short film, “Stranded”, stars Michelle Brasier. As directors, Reilly and Michael focus on bringing bold stories to the screen. With complementary skills, they continue to push creative boundaries in independent filmmaking.

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