Project Detail

The Refuge

Synopsis

Eva arrives at the Refuge, a women's-aid center run by Mrs. Kane, where she is introduced to the other girls, who greet her with mistrust. The strict rules of the household are explained and Eva's new life begins with a pressing feeling of entrapment.

Details

Year
2018
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
15 min
Format
Digital
Director
Maria Millan
Producer
Maria Millan
Executive Producer
Maria Millan, Peter Crellen
Editor
Ryan Tyan, Julien Camarroque
Screenwriter
Maria Millan
Director of Photography
Adrian Wolfson
Production Designer
Maria Millan
Sound
Patrick Ruane
Composer
Tommy Antonio
Principal cast
Lujza Richter, Demi Hannah Scott, Amanda Constance, Marianne Chase

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