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Ape

"A conflicted teenager has his inner-violence forcibly unsheathed by his charming, hot headed older brother who turns out to be the leader of an underground cult."

0h 20m

Ape is a drama/thriller film. directed by Benjamin Ting. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Benjamin Ting, Daniel Klimek, and Romo Lee

Synopsis

Tortured by past trauma, Jonathan “JJ” Ming is haunted by visions of a dark basement where brutal violence unfolds — forearms crushing arteries, blood on teeth, skin striking skin. Amidst the chaos, one image lingers: the slanted eyes of Asian boys, staring back at him. His older brother Tommy leads him through a night of hostile encounters with drunk white men. Tommy — sharp, witty, and brutish — retaliates with violence, while JJ remains paralyzed. By dawn, JJ must confront his past or risk being buried in Tommy’s violent cult, trapped in a cycle of retribution.

Quick Facts

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Runtime 0h 20m 20 minutes total
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Budget $11K Production budget
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Language English Original language

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$11,000

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ape about?

Tortured by past trauma, Jonathan “JJ” Ming is haunted by visions of a dark basement where brutal violence unfolds — forearms crushing arteries, blood on teeth, skin striking skin. Amidst the...

Who directed Ape?

Ape was directed by Benjamin Ting.

How long is Ape?

Ape has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).

Who are the main actors in Ape?

The main cast of Ape includes Benjamin Ting, Daniel Klimek, Romo Lee, Nick Mauldin, Noah Livingston.