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Opening Night

Country: United States, Language: English, 12 mins

  • Director: Joshua Coppenbarger
  • Writer: Joshua Coppenbarger
  • Producer: Joshua Coppenbarger

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Perfectly pitched. Perfectly paced. Beautifully performed.

A magical wee film...it will bring a tear or two!


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The(ir) Blurb...

A high school teenager navigates the final minutes before his first stage performance, which includes experiencing his first kiss - unfortunately, in front of a live audience. Despite his rising anxiety, he finds comfort in a fellow classmate as they share a romantic moment.

Cast & Characters

Jack Walz (as Josh)
Jeremiah Brannan (as Tyler)
Yahm Steinberg (as Kate)
Ben Ubiñas (as Nick)
Lachlan Beattie (as Felix)
Olivia Fox (as Nicole)
Chiyeko Jones (as Student (as Grace Jones))