Catching the Big Fish (2025)
experimental
Set during the turbulent shift from silent to sound, this film intertwines the lives of a struggling filmmaker and a solitary fisherman. A meditation on creativity and change, this film explores the enduring value of artistic integrity in an ever-shifting world.
Director: Jack Clegg
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 6 min
Release Date: August 27, 2025
Cast
- Jack Clegg - Cyril Verité
- Cosmo Cinquetti - The Mime, the Fisherman, Party Member
- Nayan Handsome-Genius Cooper - Party Member
Screenplay
Music: Mitchell Rudman
Editing: Jack Clegg
Production: JSC Studios
Country: Australia
Budget: $330
Original Language: en
Themes
Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, Profound Sadness and Tears, Melancholy Soul-Searching, Profound Melancholy and Autumn Mood, Nostalgic Memories and the Past
Keywords
artificial intelligence (a.i.), fishing, melancholy, art, machine, hubris, greek tragedy, serene, experimental cinema, creativity, retro, surrealist
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Catching the Big Fish about?
- Set during the turbulent shift from silent to sound, this film intertwines the lives of a struggling filmmaker and a solitary fisherman. A meditation on creativity and change, this film explores the enduring value of artistic integrity in an ever-shifting world.
- Who directed Catching the Big Fish?
- Catching the Big Fish was directed by Jack Clegg.
- Who stars in Catching the Big Fish?
- Catching the Big Fish stars Jack Clegg, Cosmo Cinquetti, Nayan Handsome-Genius Cooper.
- How long is Catching the Big Fish?
- Catching the Big Fish has a runtime of 6m (6 minutes).
- What genre is Catching the Big Fish?
- Catching the Big Fish is a Drama film.
- What is the budget of Catching the Big Fish?
- Catching the Big Fish had a budget of $330.
- Where was Catching the Big Fish produced?
- Catching the Big Fish was produced in Australia.
- What are the themes of Catching the Big Fish?
- The themes of Catching the Big Fish include: Melancholic Reflections and Sadness, Profound Sadness and Tears, Melancholy Soul-Searching, Profound Melancholy and Autumn Mood, Nostalgic Memories and the Past.