Private Project

The Birthday Party

The Birthday Party exists in a world where an iridescent rock grows inside the chest cavity of every male on their 70th birthday. This rock, known as a pearl, grants the ability to see aspects of one's future when it is consumed. Traditionally, the pearl is given to the first grandson of each family. This story follows an entitled young man named Alex, who struggles with whether he should give the pearl to his less than fortunate sister, or succumb to greed and consume it for himself.

  • Chris Haiko
    Director
  • Chris Haiko
    Writer
  • Beau Green
    Producer
  • Connor Briggs
    Key Cast
    "Alex"
  • Lindsay Rolland-Mills
    Key Cast
    "Sally"
  • Robert Godin
    Key Cast
    "John"
  • Ralph Perl
    Key Cast
    "Harry"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Horror
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes 16 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 9, 2020
  • Production Budget:
    800 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    Canada
  • Country of Filming:
    Canada
  • Language:
    English
  • Aspect Ratio:
    1920x1080
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Sheridan College
Director Biography - Chris Haiko

Chris Haiko is a screenwriter and filmmaker interested in stories about the human condition. Chris studied at Sheridan College for Film & Television Production.

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