SURGE

After her studies in Dublin, Davia cannot find a job as a critical skilled worker. She fears having to leave Ireland and return to her home country Brazil, where she does not feel safe as a trans* person. Since her student visa is expiring soon, her last chance is to apply for asylum. But that would mean she could never see her family again.

  • Nicola Bläs
    Director
  • Nicola Bläs
    Writer
  • Michael Aherne
    Writer
  • Nicola Bläs
    Producer
  • Saša Iris Pavan
    Key Cast
    "Davia"
  • Mary Ogunbanwo
    Key Cast
    "Wala (flatmate 1)"
  • Lea Maas
    Key Cast
    "Jessica (flatmate2)"
  • Karlie Kant
    Key Cast
    "Drag Queen 1"
  • Tess Tickles
    Key Cast
    "Drag Queen 2"
  • Dick Phetish
    Key Cast
    "Drag King"
  • Breda Hegarty
    Key Cast
    "secretary on phone"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student, Web / New Media
  • Genres:
    queer, trans, lgbtqi+, drama, inspired by true events, independent
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    January 1, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    0 EUR
  • Country of Filming:
    Ireland
  • Language:
    English, Portuguese
  • Shooting Format:
    digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - in cooperation with students from the National Film School of Ireland (but independently produced)
Director - Nicola Bläs