Synopsis/Details
In "Loop," Amy, a teenage girl, grapples with the anticipation of her mother’s responses each time she musters the courage to ask for permission to leave the house. Haunted by her mother’s past abusive behavior, she finds herself trapped in a mental loop, replaying scenarios of denial and fear that prevent her from moving forward. As she confronts these haunting thoughts, Amy must find the strength to break free from the cycle of anxiety and reclaim her voice, ultimately discovering that empowerment lies in facing her fears. This poignant short film explores the psychological effects of emotional and physical abuse and the resilience needed to overcome it.
Story & Logistics
Story Type:
Escape
Story Situation:
Obtaining
Story Conclusion:
Happy
Linear Structure:
Non-linear
Moral Affections:
Condemnation, Disapprobation, Disrespect, Duty, Guilt, Innocence, Intemperance, Punishment, Temperance, Vice, Virtue
Locations:
Single
Characters
Lead Role Ages:
Female Teenager
Villian Type:
Authority Figure
Advanced
Subgenre:
Escape, Parenthood, Suspense-Thriller
Equality & Diversity:
Minority Protagonist
Life Topics:
Birth, Childhood, Parenthood
Time Period:
The Social Age (2004–present)
Country:
Canada
Time of Year:
Spring
Illness Topics:
Physical, Psychological
Relationship Topics:
Abuse, Abusive relationship, Child, Domestic
