Retrieval
Synopsis
RETRIEVAL is a lyrical short film that explores the process of a soul retrieval in the aftermath of sexual assault - the spiritual undertaking of bringing back a part of your soul that has been traumatically separated. Holding the line between magic, fantasy, and grounded reality, the film asks the question: what sight of miraculous intervention do we need to conduct to seam together such a violent rupture?
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Fatimah Asghar
- Screenplay & Story
- Fatimah Asghar
- Original Title
- Retrieval
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Fatimah Asghar
Fatimah Asghar
Jess X. Snow
Jess X. Snow, Jamila Woods, Natalie Jasmine Harris, Jordan Phelps
Department Leadership Roster
Fatimah Asghar
Director
Fatimah Asghar
Writer
Jess X. Snow
Producer
Jamila Woods
Producer
Natalie Jasmine Harris
Producer
Jordan Phelps
Producer
Jess X. Snow
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Retrieval
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Retrieval about?
RETRIEVAL is a lyrical short film that explores the process of a soul retrieval in the aftermath of sexual assault - the spiritual undertaking of bringing back a part of your soul that has been traumatically separated. Holding the line between magic, fantasy, and grounded reality, the film asks the question: what sight of miraculous intervention do we need to conduct to seam together such a violent rupture?
Who directed Retrieval?
Retrieval was directed by Fatimah Asghar.
Who stars in Retrieval?
The principal cast of Retrieval includes Fatimah Asghar, Génesis Mancheren Abaj.
When was Retrieval released and how long is it?
Retrieval was released in the theatrical window with a total runtime of 17m.