Give Me a Break
Synopsis
"Give me a Break" is a digital story by Jacqueline Ohm. In 2008, Jacqueline was hit by a car while crossing the busy intersection of Cambie Street and King Edward Drive in Vancouver, Canada. Having no memory of being hit, she details the moments leading up to the collision and the disorientated thoughts afterwards. Believed to be one of the pivotal moments in her life, “Give me a Break” is a story of transition and surrender: to pain, to body, to the limitations and creativity in our lives in which we can never predict. Created for BCSC 431: Advanced Seminar in Strategic Communication: Digital Storytelling. Winner of the 2021 Emerge Media Awards video short category.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jacqueline Ohm
- Original Score
- Jacqueline Ohm
- Original Title
- Give Me a Break
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 5m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jacqueline Ohm
Jacqueline Ohm
Department Leadership Roster
Jacqueline Ohm
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Give Me a Break.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Give Me a Break
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Give Me a Break about?
"Give me a Break" is a digital story by Jacqueline Ohm. In 2008, Jacqueline was hit by a car while crossing the busy intersection of Cambie Street and King Edward Drive in Vancouver, Canada. Having no memory of being hit, she details the moments leading up to the collision and the disorientated thoughts afterwards. Believed to be one of the pivotal moments in her life, “Give me a Break” is a story of transition and surrender: to pain, to body, to the limitations and creativity in our lives in which we can never predict. Created for BCSC 431: Advanced Seminar in Strategic Communication: Digital Storytelling. Winner of the 2021 Emerge Media Awards video short category.
Who directed Give Me a Break?
Give Me a Break was directed by Jacqueline Ohm.
Who stars in Give Me a Break?
The principal cast of Give Me a Break includes Not specified.
When was Give Me a Break released and how long is it?
Give Me a Break was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 5m.
Who composed the musical score for Give Me a Break?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Give Me a Break was composed by Jacqueline Ohm.