2007 Tropfest Finalists - Mere Oblivion

Mere Oblivion

Synopsis: The title, from Shakespeare, is a reference to growing old. Librarian Kenny Bunkport learns what it means when he takes his elderly grandmother to a swish restaurant.
Director: Burleigh Smith
Producer: Burleigh Smith
Writer: Burleigh Smith
Cinematographer: Jason Thomas
Editor: Ross Farnsworth (i.e., Burleigh Smith)
Key Cast: Burleigh Smith, Elizabeth Caiacob, Michael Su, Kate Ritchie
Length: 7'
Shot On: HDV
Tropfest Awards: Best Female Actor - Elizabeth Caiacob

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