Jumpstart
"After having her free-ride finally expire, Billie chokes on a healthy dose of reality when she discovers that finding a real job takes real experience."
Released just last year. Jumpstart is a comedy/drama film. directed by Holly Pretorius. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Eleanor Squires, Kat Hawkes, and Victoria Revell
Synopsis
Jumpstart follows 26-year-old Virginia ‘Billie’ Walton as she chokes on a healthy dose of reality. Trading her mother’s opulent lifestyle for a beaten-up Toyota, Billie hits the road with nothing but her car, cigarettes, and absolutely zero life skills. But when basin-bathing at gas stations loses its charm, Billie has to face her worst nightmare - finding a job. Armed with nothing but her silver tongue, can Billie talk her way into employment before her luck runs out?
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 8, 2025
2 months ago
Runtime
0h 8m
8 minutes total
User Rating
10.0/10
Excellent (1 votes)
Budget
$1.1K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
New Zealand
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,120
Production Companies
- Auckland University of Technology
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jumpstart about?
Jumpstart follows 26-year-old Virginia ‘Billie’ Walton as she chokes on a healthy dose of reality. Trading her mother’s opulent lifestyle for a beaten-up Toyota, Billie hits the road with not...
Who directed Jumpstart?
Jumpstart was directed by Holly Pretorius.
How long is Jumpstart?
Jumpstart has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
When was Jumpstart released?
Jumpstart was released on November 8, 2025 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jumpstart?
The main cast of Jumpstart includes Eleanor Squires, Kat Hawkes, Victoria Revell, Karen Scott, Athena Preston.