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Synopsis
Samantha Cole returns to her childhood home when her mother suddenly passes. In place of familiar spaces and memories, Sam finds only uneasiness and confusion. Things are missing, the environment seems unnatural and the neighbor, Noah, is suspiciously obtuse. Isolated with these mysteries, Sam wrestles with her instincts to untangle the truth.
Bio
After graduating from Dartmouth College with a degree in Theater and Film Studies, Johanna spent a decade in Los Angeles acting in various shorts and features. She returned to the east coast, determined to create her own work of independent vision and artistic storytelling. Shudderbugs (now circulating in festivals) is her first full creation as producer, writer and first-time director, and has been honored with Indie Spirit, Rising Star, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Actress, Festival Director's Choice & Special Jury Awards thus far. Johanna is currently writing and developing her next narrative feature film, GUS, with her team at Odd Ends Productions.
Screening History
World Premiere - Naples International Film Festival 2022
Oxford Film Festival 2023
Durango Independent Film Festival 2023
Phoenix Film Festival 2023
Sarasota Film Festival 2023
Awards History
Naples International Film Festival 2022 - Indie Spirit Award, Rising Star Award
Idyllwild International Fest of Cinema 2023 - Best Director and Best Screenplay
Kansas City Film Festival 2023 - Best Actress
Bare Bones International Film & Music Festival 2023 - Indie Auteur of the Year
Credits
Writer - Johanna Putnam
Actor - Johanna Putnam
Cinematographer - Brennan Brooks
Producer - Brennan Brooks
Editor - Jamie Unruh