Short Film
Tics
Directed by 
Ted E. Haynes
AFIN 2020 Nominee
- 2020
- 13m
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USA - English
- Drama
- Romance
- Dark Comedy
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Credits
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Synopsis
For Bobby, a man strangled by personality disorders, making friends has been murder. When Jackie storms in with her own baggage Bobby may have found someone worth keeping.
Director's Statement
Mental illness remains a taboo topic that demands greater awareness beyond traditional Public Service Announcements, documentaries, and heavy handed dramas. The producers of Tics have all been personally impacted by mental illness. The expectation is that our unique take on the topic will not only entertain but create a new audience - one not otherwise enlightened - and drive greater awareness for change.
What makes this one special
- Award-winning elsewhereLove Your Shorts Film Festival
Also selected at
1 award across 1 other festival
- WinnerLove Your Shorts Film Festival
Recorded by the filmmaker on their entry.
Director's Biography
Ted E. Haynes Director
Ted E. Haynes, a life-long storyteller, co-founded Confluence Productions in an effort to bring character driven entertainment to the screen. To date Ted has written, produced, directed, and even acted in dozens of short and feature films winning numerous accolades for his work. While contributing to the film community Ted has established a successful professional background in sales management. This enables him to have a strong grasp on the business aspect of the film industry to ensure commercial as well as artistic success. Ted currently resides in St. Pete, FL.
Placings
Recognised in these categories at AFIN 2020, as announced that season.
- Best Cinematography Semi-Finalist
- Best Sound Semi-Finalist