Little Wings
“You just have to believe...”
Synopsis
The dramatic short, Little Wings, explores the trauma of child abuse through the eyes of a ten-year-old boy named Thomas. In this emotional tale, Thomas learns about the Legend of the Butterfly from his mother, Emily. The Legend states that if you whisper a wish to a butterfly and then set it free, the butterfly will carry the wish off to the heavens to be granted. Thomas loves butterflies and seeks the escape he needs in the pages of his favorite butterfly book. Butterflies are his only true happiness while growing up on a farm with his abusive father. After Thomas saves a butterfly from a spider's web, a stranger arrives at the farmhouse. As the tale continues, Thomas ultimately finds his freedom and steps into the unknown world of "Joy".
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Release History & Theatrical Window
August 30, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Morgan Rhodes
- Screenplay & Story
- Morgan Rhodes
- Original Score
- Benedikt Brydern
- Original Title
- Little Wings
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 14m
- Production Studios
- Journey Blue Films, Buddha-Cowboy Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Morgan Rhodes
Morgan Rhodes
Benedikt Brydern
Seamus Tierney
Rebecca Aldana
Jane Rhodes Caruthers, Ty Donaldson, Morgan Rhodes
Department Leadership Roster
Morgan Rhodes
Director
Morgan Rhodes
Writer
Ty Donaldson
Producer
Morgan Rhodes
Producer
Rebecca Aldana
Editor
Elvis Strange
Production Design
Wanda Leavey
Costume Design
Seamus Tierney
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Little Wings.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Little Wings
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Little Wings about?
The dramatic short, Little Wings, explores the trauma of child abuse through the eyes of a ten-year-old boy named Thomas. In this emotional tale, Thomas learns about the Legend of the Butterfly from his mother, Emily. The Legend states that if you whisper a wish to a butterfly and then set it free, the butterfly will carry the wish off to the heavens to be granted. Thomas loves butterflies and seeks the escape he needs in the pages of his favorite butterfly book. Butterflies are his only true happiness while growing up on a farm with his abusive father. After Thomas saves a butterfly from a spider's web, a stranger arrives at the farmhouse. As the tale continues, Thomas ultimately finds his freedom and steps into the unknown world of "Joy".
Who directed Little Wings?
Little Wings was directed by Morgan Rhodes.
Who stars in Little Wings?
The principal cast of Little Wings includes Ron Canada, Joseph Castanon, Kelly Ann Ford, Robert Gantzos.
When was Little Wings released and how long is it?
Little Wings was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Little Wings?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Little Wings was composed by Benedikt Brydern.