Before Christmas
Before Christmas is a short ballad to an aging American generation that often struggles to maintain a sense of purpose and relevance in todays arguably "throw away" world. The main character, a nameless old man, finds himself alone on Christmas Eve after the death of his wife some years ago. The old man sets out into the city where he encounters someone quite opposite of himself- a homeless man known only as Santa (Scot A. Kaitanowski). Together, the two find solace in each other and build an unlikely friendship before christmas.
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Ryan MonolopolusDirectorRecovery, ALPHA, 64 Over 8
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Ryan MonolopolusWriterRecovery, ALPHA, 64 Over 8
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Jeremy CournyeaProducer
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Trevor BoydProducer
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Ryan MonolopolusProducer
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Scot A. KaitowskiKey Cast
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Daniel Keith BaroneKey Cast
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Cameron GarrityKey Cast
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Adam KreutingerKey Cast
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Adam KreutingerPuppet Builder
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Cameron GarrityLead Puppeteer
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Brandon ZarboDirector of Photography
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Future Self ProductionsProduction Companies
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Monolopolus ProductionsProduction Companies
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Project Type:Short
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Genres:Puppet, drama, holiday
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Runtime:11 minutes 41 seconds
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Completion Date:December 24, 2013
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Production Budget:500 USD
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Country of Origin:United States
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Country of Filming:United States
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:HD 1920 x 1080
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:Yes
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Student Project:No
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48 Hour Holiday Film FestivalBuffalo, NY
December 30, 2014
Regional Premiere
Best Directing, Best Writing, Audience Choice Award
Ryan Monolopolus is young upcoming director currently based on the east coast. With a strong focus on narrative storytelling and action-based content, he has created a multitude of feature, short, episodic and commercial productions. From the civil war epic Shenandoah (2017), to the dramedy TV pilot 64 over 8, Ryan’s work has a distinct and diverse visual style that always considers the story first. Through his collaborations with some of the world’s leading puppeteers and most talented martial artists, he has created a unique network of artists that contribute to his storytelling ability.