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Beach-O (2025)

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…

  • Comedy

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Ian SvenoniusIan SvenoniusGrill master and vocalist on beach (The Make Up)
  • Photo of Michelle MaeMichelle MaeBass guitarist on beach (The Make Up)
  • Photo of James CantyJames CantyGuitarist on beach (The Make Up)
  • Photo of Steve GamboaSteve GamboaDrummer on beach (The Make Up)
  • Photo of Mona ElliottMona ElliottVocalist / guitarist in club (Victory at Sea)
  • Photo of Christina FilesChristina FilesDrummer in club (Victory at Sea)
  • Photo of Mel LedermanMel LedermanBassist in club (Victory at Sea)
  • Photo of Michael CoryMichael CoryBass guitarist in club (The Wicked Farleys)
  • Photo of Michael Andor BrodeurMichael Andor BrodeurVocalist / guitarist in club (The Wicked Farleys)
  • Photo of Ken BernardKen BernardDrummer in club (The Wicked Farleys)

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