New York Premiere
The Crush
Shorts in Competition: Narrative
| Ireland | 15 MINUTES | EnglishArdal Travis is in love. There's just one problem. He's an eight-year-old schoolboy and the object of his affection is his teacher, Miss Purdy. One day he gives her a toy ring to show his affection. But heartbreak awaits when he bumps into Miss Purdy and her boyfriend having just bought a very real engagement ring. Devastated and spurned, Ardal hatches a plan to get her back.
Cast & Credits
Directed by
Michael Creagh and Michael Creagh
Michael Creagh was born in Belfast. He received a degree in design at Belfast College before moving to Dublin to follow a career in advertising. After 12 years as an art director he has been trying to break into both films and commercials. The Crush is his debut short film.
Screenwriter
Michael Creagh
Director of Photography
Jim Creagh
Editor
Ciara Brophy
Director
Michael Creagh
Sound
Barney Smyth
Producer
Damon Quinn
Primary Cast
Olga Wehrly, Rory Keenan, Oran Creagh, Charlie Bonner, Neili Conroy
Casting Director
Thyrza Ging
Contacts
Print Source
Jake Walsh
Dublin, Phone: +3531 6611501
Dublin, Phone: +3531 6611501
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The Rush system functions as a standby line that will form at the venue approximately one hour prior to scheduled start time. Admittance is based on availability and will begin roughly 10 minutes prior to program start time. Rush Tickets are the same price as advance tickets and are payable upon entry.