Private Project

The Things We Do

A naive filmmaker must discover if selling his soul, or taking the hard road, will make his dreams come true.

  • Reid McGowan
    Director
  • Reid McGowan
    Writer
  • Brianna Avnell
    Producer
  • Tom McGowen
    Key Cast
    "Shaun Farlow / Porn Director"
  • Delia Price
    Key Cast
    "Lou"
  • Jack Halabi
    Key Cast
    "Finn"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes 33 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    June 26, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    7,500 AUD
  • Country of Origin:
    Australia
  • Country of Filming:
    Australia
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Reid McGowan

Born in Auckland, New Zealand, Reid started life as a competitive gymnast. In his early 20s he went on to study commerce and had careers in selling cars and commercial real estate. After landing a role on Power Rangers, he then moved to Australia and studied drama at ACA. During this time he picked up the camera and started shouting at people. "The Things We Do" is his debut short film and is a POC for a feature film that needs to be made. Or else.

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Director Statement

*caveman voice* Give me money, I give you funny.