Official Selections: LA Indie Film Festival
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You Are The Blue
Short
USA Premiere
'You Are the Blue' is a gripping coming-of-age film about teenage Kay, an aspiring dancer who reckons with her identity amidst the struggle with an invisible illness and an all-consuming secret.
Director: Beatrice King
Producer: James Kot, Eduard Witzke, Michael Khazen, Beatrice King
Writer: Beatrice King
Cast: Eden Summer Gilmore, Connor Wong, Patricia Cullen, Jenna Lamb
Cinematographer: Stirling Bancroft, csc
Editor: Peter Carlone
Beatrice King's directorial debut, 'You Are the Blue' premiered at the Oscar Qualifying Edmonton International Film Festival and has gone on to receive a number of awards including an Honorable Mention at the Paris International Film Festival, the 'Stars to Watch' at Whistler Film Festival + Summit (for the lead's performance), and the Award of Excellence at Canada Shorts.
'You Are the Blue' was also an official selection at the Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase, sponsored by Viola Davis' production company, where Beatrice King (writer/director of 'You Are the Blue') received a nomination for Best First-time Filmmaker.
Shot in the Fall, and then 6 months later in the Spring, 'You Are the Blue' captures the passing of time and journey of the lead character played by award winning actor, Eden Summer Gilmore.
‘You Are the Blue’ transforms the way we think about invisible struggles, and connects millions of people globally who are impacted, while offering them hope.
Website: www.youaretheblue.com
Instagram: @youaretheblue
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