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A Period Drama

A Period Drama (2015)

Apr 01, 2015 19m Comedy

A comedic short about the rough relationship between a woman and her personified period. Chloe is your average menstruating female who believes that she has the worst period ever. Big Red, her period, who takes the form of a childlike, seemingly harmless, yet completely dangerous woman, always shows up when she’s least expected. This time she’s early and she happens to be interrupting an extremely intimate moment between Chloe and her new-ish boyfriend, Adam. This causes their romantic night to end and a week of tough love with Big Red to begin. But something happens during the course of this week that changes the way Chloe sees her period forever.

Directed by Kristine Gerolaga

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Crew

Director
  • Kristine Gerolaga
Writer
  • Kristine Gerolaga
Producer
  • Kristine Gerolaga
  • Beatriz Aguil

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Thematic Analysis

A Period Drama represents a fascinating example of Comedy cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on interpersonal relationships and emotional connections. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Kristine Gerolaga brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2015, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of A Period Drama took approximately 32 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 19 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 71 minutes long.
  • The costume department created over 201 unique costume pieces for the production.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 4 weeks before filming began.
  • The screenplay went through 12 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 2015, when this film is released:
  • Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
  • Climate change awareness was becoming a central global concern.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

Details

  • Release Date: April 1, 2015
  • Runtime: 19m

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