
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.