A short film that follows the story of Scarlett, a troubled young girl who finds a best friend in Frankie; a kind-hearted boy who comes to her aid. Their friendship blossoms into a unrequited love story in which we follow Scarlett (aged sixteen) as her feelings for Frankie have developed, all leading up to the event of their high school prom. Unfortunately for Scarlett prom doesn't quite live up to her expectations and her future with Frankie is left uncertain.
Acting
Chappell's silent devastation speaks volumes.
Direction
Dunstan captures prom night's cruel hope perfectly.
Director
James Dunstan
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Part of a wave of 2010s British shorts exploring queer teen isolation before Heartstopper changed the landscape.
Tom Rhys Harries went on to play straight love interests in multiple projects—casting that accidentally mirrors Scarlett's predicament.
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