
The Drive North
Synopsis
Two youths bicker their way up the East Coast and through a discomforting and poignant transition into adulthood. Using still images, animation, Super-8 and an experimental score composed and performed by the filmmaker, The Drive North subverts the typical coming-of-age tale with social commentary, humor and an understated identity-politics slant. This savvy short demonstrates the skills of the next generation of media makers, seamlessly incorporating an astute sense of self-reflection, rebellion and family relationships.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Rhys Ernst
- Original Title
- The Drive North
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 13m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Rhys Ernst
Department Leadership Roster
Rhys Ernst
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Drive North
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What is The Drive North about?
Two youths bicker their way up the East Coast and through a discomforting and poignant transition into adulthood. Using still images, animation, Super-8 and an experimental score composed and performed by the filmmaker, The Drive North subverts the typical coming-of-age tale with social commentary, humor and an understated identity-politics slant. This savvy short demonstrates the skills of the next generation of media makers, seamlessly incorporating an astute sense of self-reflection, rebellion and family relationships.
Who directed The Drive North?
The Drive North was directed by Rhys Ernst.
Who stars in The Drive North?
The principal cast of The Drive North includes Not specified.
When was The Drive North released and how long is it?
The Drive North was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 13m.
