DANDELION | AFI CONSERVATORY THESIS SHORT FILM
2025 Finalist Student Academy Awards
directed by Fiona Obertina
written by Corey Pinchoff
produced by Tori Ichikowitz
Cinematography by Bruce Puyu Wang
Casting by Gianna Butler & Salvatore Schiavone
Margaret played by Ava Lalezarzadeh
Joyce played by Vic Michaelis
In 1970s Los Angeles, rebellious queer teen Margaret gets thrown out of yet another foster placement and finds herself in the company of a mysterious social worker who’s tasked with finding her a new home before the break of dawn. At odds and forced to travel the city together, Margaret realizes that running may not be her only option.
2025 Finalist Student Academy Awards
directed by Fiona Obertina
written by Corey Pinchoff
produced by Tori Ichikowitz
Cinematography by Bruce Puyu Wang
Casting by Gianna Butler & Salvatore Schiavone
Margaret played by Ava Lalezarzadeh
Joyce played by Vic Michaelis
In 1970s Los Angeles, rebellious queer teen Margaret gets thrown out of yet another foster placement and finds herself in the company of a mysterious social worker who’s tasked with finding her a new home before the break of dawn. At odds and forced to travel the city together, Margaret realizes that running may not be her only option.
