Cradle (2016)

The future begins... with her.

Cradle (2016) poster

Eade is a fourteen year old girl who has spent her entire life on the spaceship Cradle. Eade and her dad are on the return journey to Earth when an explosion cripples the craft and seriously injures her father. As the clock counts down to self-destruction Cradle’s computer, System, assumes control of the ship and refuses to perform the life saving medical procedure that her father desperately needs. Whilst trying to outwit System to save her dad, Eade discovers the shocking truth of her existence and must face her uncertain future armed with the knowledge that her life in space is not as it seems.

Director: Damon Duncan
Genre: Science Fiction
Runtime: 15 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Cinematography: Ian McCarroll
Production: Four Knights Film, Assembly
Country: New Zealand
Language: English
Original Language: en

Keywords

teenage girl, cradle, short film

More Films by Director: Damon Duncan
More Films in Genre: Science Fiction

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Cradle about?
Eade is a fourteen year old girl who has spent her entire life on the spaceship Cradle. Eade and her dad are on the return journey to Earth when an explosion cripples the craft and seriously injures her father. As the clock counts down to self-destruction Cradle’s computer, System, assumes control of the ship and refuses to perform the life saving medical procedure that her father desperately needs. Whilst trying to outwit System to save her dad, Eade discovers the shocking truth of her existence and must face her uncertain future armed with the knowledge that her life in space is not as it seems.
Who directed Cradle?
Cradle was directed by Damon Duncan.
Who stars in Cradle?
Cradle stars Jacqueline Joe, Matthew Sunderland, Rachel House, Sonya Wilson, J.J. Fong.
How long is Cradle?
Cradle has a runtime of 15m (15 minutes).
What genre is Cradle?
Cradle is a Science Fiction film.
Where was Cradle produced?
Cradle was produced in New Zealand.