Short film shot on the Miramar Peninsula

Susan from Strathmore Park

Hi Neighbours,
Locals might be interested in seeing a short film shot on the Miramar Peninsular, with local Wellington actors, you'll recognise the subway under the airport and the view from above Scorching Bay to name a few locations. And in the style of guerrilla filmmaking, thanks to those who agreed to be in shots as they went about their daily lives.

Filmmaker Mike Murphy’s second short packs quite a punch; dealing with the complexities of teen suicide, racial stereotypes, as he pushes the concept of guerrilla filmmaking to the extreme. Mike Murphy deliberately set the film in amongst Wellingtons crumbling WWII lookouts above Miramar and other local spots. Covered in graffiti, they reflect the chaos and disorder of the central characters as they confront their demons. The film is 25 minutes long, here's the link: vimeo.com...
Warning: Not suitable for young people, as it contains themes around suicide and drug taking.
Comments from Vimeo:
"Powerful performances, a difficult and sensitive topic handled very well. Looking forward to more!"
"A relevant issue portrayed well, and was indeed moving."
“Very emotional. Awesome performances! Everyone really set the scene for this dark drama. Beautiful scenery and cool cinematography as well. Definitely worth checking out!”
It focuses particularly on how boys deal with their issues and focuses on the role friends play and what happens when the only person around at a moment of real crisis is a friend? What does he do, how does he manage it?
A little about Director Mike Murphy: Mike's of Ngati Poru, Irish and Scottish descent. His mum's family are Paenga's from Whangara, North of Gisborne. And he's third generation Irish/Scottish Kiwi on his dad’s side. He makes corporate videos to fund his short films.