Synopsis: It’s Michael’s last week in nursery and he still hasn’t spoken an intelligible word in class. He’s been isolated for being a disturbance to his peers and his teacher worries his inability to communicate in front of others will mean he won’t get the chance to take part in the end of year assembly. When Lizzy – a stubborn teenager, and his older sister – hears of this, she refuses to believe her brother is incapable, and sets out to prove that high support needs isn’t a weakness but a door to a world beyond anyone’s understanding. Michael is more than what meets the eye. We follow his heart-warming journey of self-discovery guided by the kindness, support and love of the family that help raise him.
About the Filmmaker: Elizabeth Peace is a multidisciplinary artist, facilitator, and producer from Thamesmead, South London. Having graduated from the University of Manchester with a BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics in 2019, and obtained an Acting Diploma from the Oxford School of Drama in 2020, she is currently working as an actor, writer & freelance creative producer with projects in theatre & film whilst being a part-time carer. The motivation behind her work is an enduring interest in people; in the human spirit, its emotional resonance, and the way over time it manifests in our relationship with others. Her debut short film, The Golden Boy, was commissioned by the Academy Award winning production company, Slick Films in association with Dolphragon. Currently, Elizabeth is in the process of finishing her first full-length feature.
Details
| Released: | 2024 |
| Runtime: | 16 Mins |
| Director: | Elizabeth Peace |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Writer: | Elizabeth Peace |
| Producer: | Earleatha Oppon |
| Key Cast: | Taylor-Jai Horsley, Gabrielle Oke, Chloe Okore |