lúbtha
lúbtha (Short Film)
Inspired by true events, lúbtha follows the story of a teenager dealing with his sexuality whilst having to grow up in early 90s Northern Ireland. As physical and mental abuse become a daily struggle, Fintan retreats into a world of anger and silence. With no solution on the horizon, he yearns to escape from the small town he’s been trapped in all his life, bringing nothing but his younger brother. As he comes closer to planning his journey to freedom, one night he is shown the reality of acceptance and love.
Writer & Director. Ethan McDowell
Producer. Ethan McDowell & Lucy Carruthers
Production Company. AnyOther. Productions
Collaboration with LSBU
Winner - Best Drama. Ribbon of Dreams Film Festival
Winner - Best Film. Ribbon of Dreams Film Festival
Official Selection. Aesthetica Short Film Festival
Official Selection. British Shorts
Official Selection. Capital Irish Film Festival
Official Selection. Film the House
Official Selection. The INDIs Film Festival
Official Selection. FIRE!! Barcelona LGTB Film Festival
Official Selection. NFFTY (National Film Festival for Talented Youth)
Official Selection. LGBTQ Shorts Film Festival
Official Selection. Beer Town Film Festival
Official Selection. British International Amateur Film Festival
Official Selection. Screentest: The National Student Film Festival
Official Selection. Hilltop Film Festival
Official Selection. Living Skies Student Film Festival
Official Selection. Open Mouth Film Festival
Broadcast. YouTube
