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Gift of Peace

Synopsis

Despite their differences, a family comes together for an at home euthanasia that doesn’t go as planned

Review

4/5
A comical drama about death, family and euthanasia.
Written and directed by Emily Rued, in her directorial debut, ‘Gift of Peace’ is a short dramedy film that explores family dynamics, death, grief and euthanasia. A comical tale that showcases sibling bickering and the humorous side of death. Awkward scenes, that will make you cringe, are entwined with heartfelt emotion. Emily Rued (Writer/Director) stars as Lauren, the self-absorbed daughter, with Peter Madison as unaspiring son, Madison. James L. Brewster appears as the emotionally unstable father, Pete. Kristine Gerolaga stars as The Nurse, with Hillary Momberger-Powers as Cecilia – the ill-stricken mother.

The 8-minute comedy opens with brother-sister squabbles – setting the tone of the narrative. As the father sits heavy-hearted, the siblings (with little empathy) attempt to organize the euthanasia date to suit their selfish needs. The next scene promises a lot of laughs as the nurse administers the euthanasia. Dramatic hysteria provides an abundance of comic relief that will certainly keep you engaged till the closing credits.

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Visually, the film is of great quality with fine cinematography, editing and sound. The entire short is filmed in one location – the family home. Emily Rued and her cast/crew have created a touching short than uses humor to navigate a difficult subject matter. Highly recommended.

Cast/Crew

Director(s): Emily Rued
Writer(s): Emily Rued
Cast: Emily Rued, Hillary Momberger-Powers, James L Brewster, Kristine Gerolaga, Peter Madison
Producer(s): Emily Rued
Director of Photography: Thomas Kellogg
Animation (if applicable):

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Language: English
Year: 2021
Runtime: 9 min

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Writer(s): Emily Rued
Cast: Emily Rued, Hillary Momberger-Powers, James L Brewster, Kristine Gerolaga, Peter Madison
Producer(s): Emily Rued
Director of Photography: Thomas Kellogg
Animation (if applicable):

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Year: 2021
Runtime: 9 min

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Gift of Peace

Synopsis

Despite their differences, a family comes together for an at home euthanasia that doesn’t go as planned

Review

A comical drama about death, family and euthanasia.

4/5
Written and directed by Emily Rued, in her directorial debut, ‘Gift of Peace’ is a short dramedy film that explores family dynamics, death, grief and euthanasia. A comical tale that showcases sibling bickering and the humorous side of death. Awkward scenes, that will make you cringe, are entwined with heartfelt emotion. Emily Rued (Writer/Director) stars as Lauren, the self-absorbed daughter, with Peter Madison as unaspiring son, Madison. James L. Brewster appears as the emotionally unstable father, Pete. Kristine Gerolaga stars as The Nurse, with Hillary Momberger-Powers as Cecilia – the ill-stricken mother.

The 8-minute comedy opens with brother-sister squabbles – setting the tone of the narrative. As the father sits heavy-hearted, the siblings (with little empathy) attempt to organize the euthanasia date to suit their selfish needs. The next scene promises a lot of laughs as the nurse administers the euthanasia. Dramatic hysteria provides an abundance of comic relief that will certainly keep you engaged till the closing credits.

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Visually, the film is of great quality with fine cinematography, editing and sound. The entire short is filmed in one location – the family home. Emily Rued and her cast/crew have created a touching short than uses humor to navigate a difficult subject matter. Highly recommended.

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