Rip
“A photo captures a memory, even the ones you'd rather forget.”
Overview
A young girl goes missing in the wild surf of a small coastal town. The effects of this are far-reaching for her family & community. Set in an unforgiving landscape, this story explores feelings of loss & it's consequences. This short film is entirely composed of still photographs, animated together to create movement & to portray the mind's recollection of memories, creating a surreal experience.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Rip?
Rip was directed by Peter Tonks.
Where was Rip produced?
It was produced by companies including Imagination Films Unlimited in New Zealand.
Rip Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Rip wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.