Beach-O
"A zombie's day at the beach."
Released just last year. Beach-O is a comedy film. directed by Karen Lawler. At just 12 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ian Svenonius, Michelle Mae, and James Canty
Synopsis
This 16mm short film is an homage to the campy beach movies of the 1960s, set within a late 90s time capsule. Shot in 1998 and completed in 2025, the music-driven film features performances by DC and Boston indie rock legends The Make Up, Victory At Sea, and The Wicked Farleys. The film follows Greg and Lesley as they enjoy a summer’s day at the beach. After they befriend a group of locals, their day takes an unexpected turn when everyone gets hungry…
Quick Facts
Directors
Top Cast
Ian Svenonius
as Grill master and vocalist on beach (The Make Up)
Michelle Mae
as Bass guitarist on beach (The Make Up)
James Canty
as Guitarist on beach (The Make Up)
Steve Gamboa
as Drummer on beach (The Make Up)
Mona Elliott
as Vocalist / guitarist in club (Victory at Sea)
Christina Files
as Drummer in club (Victory at Sea)
Mel Lederman
as Bassist in club (Victory at Sea)
Michael Cory
as Bass guitarist in club (The Wicked Farleys)
Michael Andor Brodeur
as Vocalist / guitarist in club (The Wicked Farleys)
Ken Bernard
as Drummer in club (The Wicked Farleys)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beach-O about?
This 16mm short film is an homage to the campy beach movies of the 1960s, set within a late 90s time capsule. Shot in 1998 and completed in 2025, the music-driven film features performances by DC a...
Who directed Beach-O?
Beach-O was directed by Karen Lawler.
How long is Beach-O?
Beach-O has a runtime of 0 hours and 12 minutes (12 minutes total).
When was Beach-O released?
Beach-O was released on February 14, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Beach-O?
The main cast of Beach-O includes Ian Svenonius, Michelle Mae, James Canty, Steve Gamboa, Mona Elliott.