Aeris (film)
| Aeris | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Paul Castro Jr |
| Produced by | Paul Castro Jr Aly Miller |
| Written by | Paul Castro Jr. Aly Miller |
| Starring | Paul Castro Jr. Aly Miller Frank Deal Betsy Aidem Arabella Oz |
| Music by | Jean Yves Andre |
| Cinematography | Jason Montalvo |
| Edited by | Bradford Coleman |
Release date | 2018 |
Running time | 29 - 30 mins |
| Language | English |
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Aeris aka The Story of Aeris: A Legacy Inspired by Love is a multi award-winning short film about a kitten called Aeris that was born with Feline infectious peritonitis. It stars Paul Castro Jr., Aly Miller, Frank Deal, Arabella Oz, Betsy Aidem and Kairi. It is based on a true story.
Background[edit]
The film was first screened in Los Angeles on July 8th 2017.[1] The film was directed by Paul Castro, Jr., and both he and Aly Miller produced the film.[2] It was also co-produced by Winn Feline Foundation.[3] It was adapted from a feature-length screenplay of Castro and Miller called 12 Days.[4] The film premiered at the Lincoln Center. The event was hosted by The Winn Feline Foundation.[5] It was also shown at the 2018 Santa Barbara International Film Festival, [6] the Sofia Independent Film Festival,[7] and the Borrego Springs Film Festival. It was also an official selection at the 2017 Sofia Independent Film Festival and the 2018 Borrego Springs Film Festival.[8] The film was discussed on Steve Dale's WGN radio show.[9] In an interview by The Purrington Post, the film makers indicated that via the film, they wanted to bring awareness to Feline infectious peritonitis.[10]
Story[edit]
A young couple who are struggling with their own issues try to save the life of a kitten which in turn helps them to find something about love.[11][12] The kitten which was purchased from a pet store, was born with the incurable disease, Feline infectious peritonitis. The film covers their twelve days with the kitten.[13][14][15] It was described by Laemmle Theaters as a heartbreaking and heartwarming film.[16]
Awards[edit]
- Garden State 2018 Festival (United States): Winner in the Narrative Short category[17]
- Canada International Film Festival 2018 (Canada): Winner in the Narrative Short category[18][19]
- Honolulu Film Awards 2018 (Hawaii): Gold Kahuna Award[20]
Official selection[edit]
- Borrego Springs Film Festival 2018
- Sofia Independent Film Festival 2018[21]
- Garden State Film Festival 2018
- Santa Barbara Film Festival 2018[22]
- Philadelphia Independent Film Festival[23]
Cast[edit]
| Role | Played by |
|---|---|
| Mike | Paul Castro Jr. |
| Brittany | Aly Miller |
| Dr. Wells | Frank Deal |
| Dr. Jensen | Arabella Oz |
| Valerie | Betsy Aidem |
| Jordan | Austin Sibbilin |
| Aeris | Kairi |
| Nurse | Indigo Ciochetti |
| Receptionist | Catherine Hogan |
Screenings (selective)[edit]
- Laemmle NoHo 7 Theatres, North Hollywood, July 8, 2017[25]
- 2017 Sofia Independent Film Festival[26]
- 2018 Borrego Springs Film Festival[27]
- 2018 Philadelphia Independent Film Festival #11, (Wednesday May 2nd, 2018) - (Official selection)[28]
- 2018 Garden State Festival[29]
- 2018 Santa Barbara International Film Festival, [30]
- 2018 Canada International Film Festival[31]
- 2018 Hope Island Film Festival[32]
References[edit]
- ↑ Cat Fanciers' Association, CFA EXECUTIVE BOARD MEETING, OCTOBER 7/8, 2017, Index to Minutes - - Page 92 WINN FOUNDATION
- ↑ New Jersey Stage, 04/10/2018 - Garden State Film Festival 2018 Winners, Narrative Short: Aeris, produced by Paul Castro, Jr. and Aly Miller, directed by Paul Castro
- ↑ Winn Feline Foundation, 50 Years of Advancing Feline Medicine:
Winn Feline Foundation Helping Every Cat, Every Day - Fifty Years of Milestones Page 9 - ↑ Laemmle Theaters - Films, Aeris
- ↑ Pop Dust, 10/11/17 - FILM | Aeris: The Unlikely Story of a Cat and Unconditional Love by Megan Christopher
- ↑ Broadway World, Jan 17, 2018 - 2018 Santa Barbara International Film Festival Program Announced
- ↑ Sofia Independent Film Festival - About the film
- ↑ Borrego Springs Film Festival - 5Q's w/Paul Castroand Aly Miller "Aeris" Filmmakers
- ↑ WGN, December 11, 2018 - Noted pet expert Steve Dale drops by right before the howlidays by Jasmine Cooper
- ↑ The Purrington Post, Nov 30, 2016 - The Story of Aeris: A Legacy Inspired by Love
- ↑ Sofia Independent Festival - Aeris, Synopsis:
- ↑ FilmFreeway - Aeris
- ↑ Rotten Tomatoes - Aeris (2018)
- ↑ The Purrington Post, Nov 30, 2016 - The Story of Aeris: A Legacy Inspired by Love
- ↑ Sofia Independent Film Festival - About the film, Synopsis:
- ↑ Laemmle Theaters - Films, Aeris
- ↑ Garden State Film Festival - 2018 Festival Winners, Narrative Short
- ↑ Film Freeway - Aeris
- ↑ Film Freeway - Aeris, Awards
- ↑ Honolulu Film Awards - 2018 Winners 2018 Gold Kahuna Winners
- ↑ Borrego Springs Film Festival - 5Q's w/Paul Castroand Aly Miller "Aeris" Filmmakers
- ↑ Kickstarter - Aeris
- ↑ Philadelphia Independent Film Festival - Philadelphia Independent Film Festival #11, Wednesday May 2nd, 2018, ROKU OFFICIAL SELECTIONS: 4. AERIS. Director Paul Castro Jr., 29 min
- ↑ Imdb - Aeris, Full Cast & Crew
- ↑ Heavenlypets.org, Jun 21, 2017 - Aeris West Coast Screening
- ↑ Sofia Independent Film Festival - About the film
- ↑ Borrego Springs Film Festival - 5Q's w/Paul Castroand Aly Miller "Aeris" Filmmakers
- ↑ Philadelphia Independent Film Festival - Philadelphia Independent Film Festival #11, Wednesday May 2nd, 2018, ROKU OFFICIAL SELECTIONS: 4. AERIS. Director Paul Castro Jr., 29 min
- ↑ Garden State 2018 Festival - Garden State 2018 Festival Winners
- ↑ Broadway World, Jan 17, 2018 - 2018 Santa Barbara International Film Festival Program Announced
- ↑ Canada International Film Festival - 2018 Winners
- ↑ 9th Annual New Hope Film Festival Program Guide - Page 6 2018 Shedule (Continued), Sunday, July 22 (Cont.)
External links[edit]
- Aeris on IMDb Search this movie on
- Rotten Tomatoes: Aeris
- Pop Dust: FILM | Aeris: The Unlikely Story of a Cat and Unconditional Love
- Official site
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