Stutterer (film)
Stutterer is a 2015 short drama film directed by Benjamin Cleary. The film stars Matthew Needham and Chloe Pirrie. It won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film at the 88th Academy Awards.
Plot[edit | edit source]
The film follows the story of Greenwood, a young man with a severe stutter. Despite his speech impediment, he communicates eloquently through online messages. Greenwood's life takes a turn when he is faced with the prospect of meeting his online love interest, Ellie, in person. The film explores themes of communication, self-acceptance, and the challenges faced by individuals with speech disorders.
Cast[edit | edit source]
- Matthew Needham as Greenwood
- Chloe Pirrie as Ellie
- Eric Richard as Greenwood's Father
Production[edit | edit source]
Stutterer was written, directed, and edited by Benjamin Cleary. The film was produced by Serena Armitage and Shan Christopher Ogilvie. The cinematography was handled by Michael Paleodimos, and the music was composed by Niall Byrne.
Reception[edit | edit source]
Stutterer received critical acclaim for its sensitive portrayal of a person with a speech disorder and its innovative storytelling. The film was praised for its direction, performances, and emotional depth. It won the Academy Award for Best Live Action Short Film in 2016.
Awards[edit | edit source]
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of Academy Award winners and nominees for Best Live Action Short Film
- Speech disorder
- Short film
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