Private Project

The Rectangle Love Triangle

The Rectangle Love Triangle' follows Nathan's, and his quest for love as it takes a wild turn when he ignites a passionate yet short-lived affair with an older man named Coop. Determined to move on, he meets Tray and falls into a new relationship. However, a dinner with Tray's parents takes a shocking twist.

  • Mina Asfour
    Director
  • Mina Asfour
    Writer
  • Mina Asfour
    Producer
  • Brodie Pyke
    Producer
  • Kyle Goldfinch
    Producer
  • Mina Asfour
    Key Cast
    "Nathan"
  • Chanika De Silva
    Key Cast
    "Layla "
  • Duncan Fellows
    Key Cast
    "Coop "
  • Samuel Litvensky
    Key Cast
    "Tray "
  • Michelle Rouady
    Key Cast
    "Susan"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Romance, Rom-Com, Comedy, Romantic Comedy
  • Runtime:
    15 minutes 20 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    September 28, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 AUD
  • Country of Origin:
    Australia
  • Country of Filming:
    Australia
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    4K (PAL)
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Mina Asfour

Mina Asfour is a dedicated Jordanian-Palestinian-Australian artist residing in Western Sydney. His artistic journey began in his teenage years, initially finding his footing in front of the camera. Mina was also privileged to be performing the lead role of Will in The Culture, a production by Powersuit Theatre Co. directed by Bethany Caputo, which has allowed him to tour internationally. In addition to his acting work, Mina contributes behind the scenes as a producer and publicist for Fingerless Theatre Co. He also manages social media for VANDAL, a pre and post-production house based in Redfern. Mina’s creative endeavours extend to writing, with his latest film project, The Rectangle Love Triangle, exploring the complexities of a self-destructive romantic. This project, which was well-received at the Inner West Film Festival, is currently in development under the direction of Craig Boreham. Mina is also engaged with Yungstr, a program dedicated to promoting satirical work, facilitated by Lachlan Philpott and supported by ATYP (Australian Theatre for Young People). Mina’s overarching goal is to foster greater diversity within the Australian film industry and to create opportunities for others in the LGBTQIA+ community and people of colour. His current role as artist-in-residence at Bankstown Art Center, under Canterbury City Council, provides him with a platform to develop and showcase new work while continuing to support these important causes.

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Director Statement

I'm Mina Asfour, a Sydney-based creative with Jordanian/Palestinian roots, and proudly Queer. Since my teens, I've been enamoured with creativity—painting, singing, and especially acting. Growing up in a lower-income family, pursuing acting wasn't initially feasible. But as I honed my craft over time, I noticed a glaring gap in the industry—a lack of nuance, a lack of opportunity.

Writing became my solace. As an actor, I often felt undervalued not because of my talent or dedication, but because of superficial judgments—my skin colour, mannerisms, and accent. It's disheartening because my stories resonate deeply and leave a lasting impact.

With the chance to share my narrative, I aim to spark a chain reaction, opening doors for more diverse stories to reach wider audiences. It's about validating and celebrating people of colour and the LGBTQ+ community, showing how essential and valid our experiences are.

The project I'm excited about is 'The Rectangle Love Triangle'. It follows Nathan, whose quest for love takes an unexpected turn when he finds himself entangled with Coop, an older man. As Nathan moves on and starts a new relationship with Tray, he discovers a shocking twist.

I'm tired of seeing Middle Eastern characters portrayed as one-dimensional stereotypes—tough, mean, and bullies. That's not who we are. My screenplay breaks those moulds, presenting real people with complex lives where ethnicity and sexuality are just parts of their identity, not defining factors.

So let's laugh, cringe, and wonder together about Nathan and Coop's predicament. How will they navigate this messy situation? It's a story that challenges perceptions and celebrates the messy, beautiful humanity we all share.