Hope

Short film, drama

Directed by Chris Gallego Wong
Written by Mark Brown

On what should have been a typical summer school day, a young girl encounters a heavily armed teenager. Her courage, kindness, and quick-thinking changes the course of both their lives. In our darkest moments, hope shines brightest.

Currently on festival circuit 2023/2024

Awards and Screenings

Official Selection
FirstGlance Film Festival Hollywood (Los Angeles Premiere)
Winner, Best Director, "Hope"
EdiPlay International Film Festival, Paris, France (International Premiere)
Winner,Best Actress, Kariana Karhu, "Hope"
EdiPlay International Film Festival, Paris, France
Nominee, Best Short Film, "Hope"
EdiPlay International Film Festival, Paris, France
Winner, Gold Award, Narrative Short Drama, "Hope"
Hollywood Independent Filmmaker Awards and Festival, Beverly Hills (West Coast Premiere)
Winner, Silver Award, Best Indie Short, "Hope"
Independent Shorts Awards, Los Angeles
Winner, Outstanding Acting Achievement for Child/Young Actress, Kariana Karhu, "Hope"
Independent Shorts Awards, Los Angeles
Winner, Bronze Award, Best Male Director, Chris Gallego Wong, "Hope"
Independent Shorts Awards, Los Angeles