Taunt
Synopsis
Mystery and menace abound in this debut film from Alison Maclean (Crush, The Rehearsal). Made when Maclean was an Elam art student, the experimental short plays with gender and racial stereotypes by constantly thwarting narrative expectations. What there is of a plot consists of a woman emerging from the sea and a 'centrepiece' pursuit leading to a confrontation between two characters: a man and a woman.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alison Maclean
- Original Title
- Taunt
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 17m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alison Maclean
Department Leadership Roster
Alison Maclean
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Taunt.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Taunt.
Gay Shorts
Short gay films
More Like Taunt
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Taunt
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Taunt about?
Mystery and menace abound in this debut film from Alison Maclean (Crush, The Rehearsal). Made when Maclean was an Elam art student, the experimental short plays with gender and racial stereotypes by constantly thwarting narrative expectations. What there is of a plot consists of a woman emerging from the sea and a 'centrepiece' pursuit leading to a confrontation between two characters: a man and a woman.
Who directed Taunt?
Taunt was directed by Alison Maclean.
Who stars in Taunt?
The principal cast of Taunt includes Rangikawhiua Chadwick, Mary Regan.
When was Taunt released and how long is it?
Taunt was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 17m.