A Silent Smile
“Some stains don’t wash away.”
Synopsis
As midnight approaches, a man struggles to maintain control in the aftermath of a violent act. Trapped between compulsion and conscience, he attempts to erase the evidence while confronting a darker truth lurking beneath the surface. What begins as a routine cleanup becomes a chilling portrait of obsession, guilt, and the fragile illusion of self-control.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
A Silent Smile (2024) — Short Film
Type: Trailer • Published 2026-06-08
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
Release History & Theatrical Window
16/10/2024
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$10K
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$10K
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
1x
+undefined net gain
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Trevor McGowan
- Screenplay & Story
- Trevor McGowan
- Original Title
- A Silent Smile
- Release Date
- 16/10/2024
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 4m
- Production Budget
- $10K
- Worldwide Gross
- $10K
- Production Studios
- McGowan Film Co
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Trevor McGowan
Trevor McGowan
Department Leadership Roster
Trevor McGowan
Director
Trevor McGowan
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Silent Smile.
Similar Titles to A Silent Smile
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
More Like A Silent Smile
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About A Silent Smile
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Silent Smile about?
As midnight approaches, a man struggles to maintain control in the aftermath of a violent act. Trapped between compulsion and conscience, he attempts to erase the evidence while confronting a darker truth lurking beneath the surface. What begins as a routine cleanup becomes a chilling portrait of obsession, guilt, and the fragile illusion of self-control.
Who directed A Silent Smile?
A Silent Smile was directed by Trevor McGowan.
Who stars in A Silent Smile?
The principal cast of A Silent Smile includes Nathaniel Lane, Caleb Perkins.
When was A Silent Smile released and how long is it?
A Silent Smile was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 4m.
What was the box office and production budget of A Silent Smile?
A Silent Smile had a reported production budget of $10K and grossed $10K at the worldwide box office (1 return on budget, classified as a budget recovered).
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Silent Smile?
A Silent Smile holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).