Wdka Willem De Kooning Academy
Graduates: 2024
Specialisms: Film
My location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
First Name: Nandi
Last Name: Rieks
University / College: Wdka Willem De Kooning Academy
Course / Program: Film and Moving Image Production BA Hons
Graduates: 2024
Specialisms: Film
My Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
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Running Out is a 16 min drama comedy short film. In the film two sisters are forced to face their differences when their car breaks down on their way to an important dinner. Main point: It’s a journey about dealing with unrealisticly high expectations and self-acceptance. Themes: Family, Love, Acceptance, Self-knowledge Synopsis: Exhausted yet trying, Grace sluggishly tackles her household chores, only to be interrupted by the arrival of her sister, Maeve. Unlike Grace's worn-out appearance, Maeve exudes an air of confidence that commands the room. As Maeve impatiently rushes Grace to leave, tensions simmer between the two sisters. Scrambling to get ready, Grace continuously missteps, highlighting her constant struggle to measure up. Even in the car Grace is continuously reminded of all the ways she never seems to be good enough. As her frustration with her sister builds the car runs out of gas. This time it’s not her fault, but Maeve’s. When Maeve attempts to deflect the blame, Grace finally snaps and gives her a piece of her mind. Then she hears why this dinner was so important. But as Grace confronts her sister, she learns why this dinner is so important.