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Aretha

Four Quadrant Films

FilmOffaly Award Winner 2018. Aretha is written and directed by Dave Thomas, produced by Jason Forde (Four Quadrant Films) and stars Orla Casey, Conor Mullen (Holby City, Rough Diamond), Hilda Fay (Whistleblower) and Denise McCormack (Love/Hate, Red Rock).

This is a heart warming short film about 18 year old Aretha who wishes to work in a busy restaurant. She faces many challenges, she knows she is capable but  one of her biggest obstacles is convincing the manager that she has the right abilities and that she as a young woman with down syndrome can cope in a fast paced restaurant. 

Respect Human Rights Film Festival, Belfast 2019

Winner: Best Short Drama

The Big Syn International Film Festival, 2020

Winner: Best Short Film

Tokyo Film Awards. 2023

Golden Winner: Best Inspirational Film

Tabriz Cinema Awards, Iran 2023

Winner: Best Short Film

Spring Film Festival of Karala, India, 2023

Winner: Best Short Film

Close Film Festival, Turkey, 2023

Winner Best Short Film

Also selected to be included as inflight entertainment package on Aer Lingus flights.

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