Experiencing Interruptions?

Whatever It Takes

When Rosie's boyfriend breaks up with her, she launches into an obsessive breakup time loop to convince him to stay.

  • Emma Gun
    Director
  • Emma Gun
    Writer
  • Jose Velasco
    Producer
  • Sofia Brandon-Schwartz
    Producer
  • Ariana Blaustein
    Key Cast
    "Rosie"
  • Lewis Woloch
    Key Cast
    "Cameron"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Comedy, Drama, Fantasy
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 36 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 17, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    100 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Wesleyan University
Director Biography - Emma Gun

Emma Gun is from Ashland, MA and has a degree in film and economics from Wesleyan University (2020-2024). Two years ago, she started a project called "All the Movies Ever" where she attempts to watch and blog about every single movie. She loves to collect earrings, watch time loop movies, and perform standup comedy.

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Director Statement

I wrote and directed "Whatever It Takes" my final year at Wesleyan University. It was inspired by my ex-boyfriend breaking up with me for the fifth (and final) time. I wanted to tell a story that creatively portrayed the obsession and toxic cyclical nature of unhealthy relationships, and add in a pinch of feminism.

It was an incredible project to close out my senior year, and I did it surrounded by my best friends. Filming the same scene over and over again is a lot more fun than it might seem. I hope you enjoy the film and that it resonates with you, makes you laugh, or all of the above!