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The Unburdened
Short | Short, Drama

The Unburdened

Short | Short, Drama

When a hardworking Manhattan mom and her former best friend dig up their old time capsule, its contents reveal more about their friendship and their heritage than either of them expected. The Unburdened is a heartwarming short film that ...See moreWhen a hardworking Manhattan mom and her former best friend dig up their old time capsule, its contents reveal more about their friendship and their heritage than either of them expected. The Unburdened is a heartwarming short film that delves into the complexities of Jewish history, friendship, and generational trauma. Shayna, a dedicated mother and educator, is on a mission to create an impactful Holocaust program for her school, but she faces unexpected resistance from an anonymous parent. Shayna expresses her frustrations to Marissa, an old and faded friend, as they dig up a time capsule they had buried in Marissa's parents' backyard. Along with the time capsule, Shayna unearths old wounds and buried secrets that drive them apart. Written by Producer See less

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Name	Known for
Elana Safar Shayna Shayna See fewer	Quantico (2015)
Elisabeth Ness Marissa Marissa See fewer	The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel (2017)
Eve Austin Nancy Nancy See fewer	Junction (I) (2024)
Reese Bogin Ellie Ellie See fewer	National Theatre Live: Leopoldstadt (2022)
Emma Fagerstrom Young Marissa Young Marissa See fewer	Saturday Night Live (1975)
Bridget Burke Weiss Marissa's Grandmother (as Bridget Burke-Weiss) Marissa's Grandmother (as Bridget Burke-Weiss) See fewer	Little Green Bastards (2022)

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