Central Uncovered

11-MINUTE SHORT

A hyper-enthusiastic teenage journalist from Central Otago must overcome a string of comic disasters to snag the story of a lifetime.

FILM VALUE

  • Elinor Teele as writer/director
  • Awarded a Short Film Otago Script Development Grant
  • Kiwi comedy
  • Unique Central Otago setting
  • Celebrating citizen journalism
  • Opportunities for female stunt work

COMPS

Boy
Napoleon Dynamite
Almost Famous

SYNOPSIS

14-year-old Peter Short has only ever had one dream in life—to become a kick-ass investigative reporter for his Central Otago community.

But when his efforts to uncover crimes & misdemeanours go ludicrously awry, he must rethink his commitment to citizen journalism.

Fortunately, a groundbreaking story – and a sheep named Daisy – may be just around the corner…

DEVELOPMENT

The 11-page script for CENTRAL UNCOVERED has been vetted by a script editor and a Short Film Otago reader and is ready for review by potential producers. Elinor wrote & directed PULLING UP STUMPS in 2023, so she has experience filming in the Otago area, as well as connections to local crew.

Discuss the Project with Elinor