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Officially Selected for the Festival Season
January 2025
FACE THE MUSIC
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Director:
Shannon Nathaniel Watts
Producer:
Shannon Nathaniel Watts, Gabbie Michelle, Caitlin Lima
Writer:
Shannon Nathaniel Watts
Selected for the following category(s)
On the brink of self-destruction, rockstar Ryan Bentley struggles to keep his career intact while battling addiction, guilt, and a fractured personal life. Moments before a high-stakes talk show interview, his manager catches him using heroin, forcing him to maintain a facade for the cameras. As the broadcast unfolds, Ryan’s self-loathing mounts, leading to a violent outburst in the green room. A desperate call to his estranged wife forces him to confront the painful truth of his infidelity and broken family. Though he delivers a flawless performance on-air, he returns backstage to find his heroin waiting. Left alone with his choices, Ryan must face the devastating cost of his fame and addiction.