Despite the Night
Synopsis
Months after a distant volcanic eruption, a cloud of ash continues to loom over northern Australia. With the region plunged into an eternal night, its inhabitants flee south. Trapped inside an apartment, two brothers care for their ailing grandmother – one longing to flee, the other clinging to what remains.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Melbourne International Film Festival 2026
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Archie Hancock, Jack Zimmerman
- Screenplay & Story
- Archie Hancock, Jack Zimmerman
- Original Title
- Despite the Night
- Spoken Languages
- English, Tagalog
- Runtime
- 15m
- Production Studios
- Praxis Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Archie Hancock, Jack Zimmerman
Archie Hancock, Jack Zimmerman
Liam James, Jack Zimmerman
Eric Zac Perry, Maisie Watkins, Luca Blades, Jack Zimmerman, Archie Hancock
Department Leadership Roster
Aisha Phillips
Production Design
Eric Zac Perry
Producer
Archie Hancock
Director
Jack Zimmerman
Director
Archie Hancock
Writer
Jack Zimmerman
Writer
Maisie Watkins
Producer
Liam James
Editor
Luca Blades
Producer
Jack Zimmerman
Editor
Jack Zimmerman
Producer
Archie Hancock
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Despite the Night
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Despite the Night about?
Months after a distant volcanic eruption, a cloud of ash continues to loom over northern Australia. With the region plunged into an eternal night, its inhabitants flee south. Trapped inside an apartment, two brothers care for their ailing grandmother – one longing to flee, the other clinging to what remains.
Who directed Despite the Night?
Despite the Night was directed by Archie Hancock, Jack Zimmerman.
Who stars in Despite the Night?
The principal cast of Despite the Night includes Joe Bird, Ed Oxenbould.
When was Despite the Night released and how long is it?
Despite the Night was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 15m.