Blackout
Synopsis
In a shoebox flat on the seventeenth floor of a tower block, Reuben prepares a birthday party for his partner Harry. However, when Reuben starts hearing violent noises from the couple living next door, his morbid curiosity takes over. Harry deeply loves his boyfriend Reuben, but after being humiliated by a failed birthday party, many drinks consumed, shows us that none of us truly knows what we are capable of. For Reuben he comes to realise that violence isn’t always on the outside, sometimes it’s with us all along.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chris Urch
- Screenplay & Story
- Chris Urch
- Original Title
- Blackout
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- BFI Network
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chris Urch
Chris Urch
Brenden Freedman
Marnie Hollande
Solomon Golding
Department Leadership Roster
Chris Urch
Director
Chris Urch
Writer
Brenden Freedman
Director of Photography
Marnie Hollande
Editor
Solomon Golding
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Blackout
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Blackout about?
In a shoebox flat on the seventeenth floor of a tower block, Reuben prepares a birthday party for his partner Harry. However, when Reuben starts hearing violent noises from the couple living next door, his morbid curiosity takes over. Harry deeply loves his boyfriend Reuben, but after being humiliated by a failed birthday party, many drinks consumed, shows us that none of us truly knows what we are capable of. For Reuben he comes to realise that violence isn’t always on the outside, sometimes it’s with us all along.
Who directed Blackout?
Blackout was directed by Chris Urch.
Who stars in Blackout?
The principal cast of Blackout includes Mawaan Rizwan, Jordan Mifsud, Scarlett Brookes, Joe Sims.
When was Blackout released and how long is it?
Blackout was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 15m.