
Making Up
Synopsis
Making Up is set in the late 1980s, framed within the gritty drag scene of London's east end. The short film stars BIFA award-winning Dave Johns, Jessica Ellerby and Carey Thring and follows Ted who is diagnosed with a hereditary illness. Ted must therefore reconcile with estranged daughter, Cassandra. However, being a celebrated drag queen, paired with the bitter feelings Cassandra harbours over their past, presents a larger obstacle for Ted to overcome.
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$20K
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ryan Paige
- Original Title
- Making Up
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Budget
- $20K
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Ryan Paige
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Ryan Paige
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Frequently Asked Questions About Making Up
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What is Making Up about?
Making Up is set in the late 1980s, framed within the gritty drag scene of London's east end. The short film stars BIFA award-winning Dave Johns, Jessica Ellerby and Carey Thring and follows Ted who is diagnosed with a hereditary illness. Ted must therefore reconcile with estranged daughter, Cassandra. However, being a celebrated drag queen, paired with the bitter feelings Cassandra harbours over their past, presents a larger obstacle for Ted to overcome.
Who directed Making Up?
Making Up was directed by Ryan Paige.
Who stars in Making Up?
The principal cast of Making Up includes Dave Johns, Carey Thring, Jessica Ellerby.
When was Making Up released and how long is it?
Making Up was released in 2023 with a total runtime of 15m.
