The Assignment
“To catch a killer, you gotta think like one.”
Synopsis
Harrison (David Kara) and Leo (Francis Ryan) are two mates studying together at university in Melbourne, Australia, who receive a unique assignment as part of their studies in criminal psychology... to explain how, hypothetically, they might commit a perfect murder. From writer/director James Cunningham, short film The Assignment is a slick thriller delivering a sexy modern twist on the slasher genre with heavy hints of Hitchcock, lashings of Carpenter and a pinch of Dexter... all on rooftop at sunset.
Top Cast
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- Director
- James Cunningham
- Screenplay & Story
- James Cunningham
- Original Score
- Pedro de Prada
- Original Title
- The Assignment
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 9m
- Production Studios
- Presidential Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Cunningham
James Cunningham
Pedro de Prada
Japneet Dhaliwal
Vanessa Abbott, Slade Phillips, James Cunningham
Department Leadership Roster
Vanessa Abbott
Producer
James Cunningham
Writer
Slade Phillips
Producer
James Cunningham
Director
James Cunningham
Producer
Japneet Dhaliwal
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Assignment
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What is The Assignment about?
Harrison (David Kara) and Leo (Francis Ryan) are two mates studying together at university in Melbourne, Australia, who receive a unique assignment as part of their studies in criminal psychology... to explain how, hypothetically, they might commit a perfect murder. From writer/director James Cunningham, short film The Assignment is a slick thriller delivering a sexy modern twist on the slasher genre with heavy hints of Hitchcock, lashings of Carpenter and a pinch of Dexter... all on rooftop at sunset.
Who directed The Assignment?
The Assignment was directed by James Cunningham.
Who stars in The Assignment?
The principal cast of The Assignment includes Francis Ryan, David Kara.
When was The Assignment released and how long is it?
The Assignment was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 9m.
Who composed the musical score for The Assignment?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Assignment was composed by Pedro de Prada.