Beach-O

This 16mm short film is an homage to the campy beach movies of the 1960s, set within a late 90s time capsule. Shot in 1998 and completed in 2025, the music-driven film features performances by DC and Boston indie rock legends The Make Up, Victory At Sea, and The Wicked Farleys. The film follows Greg and Lesley as they enjoy a summer’s day at the beach. After they befriend a group of locals, their day takes an unexpected turn when everyone gets hungry…

Cast

Ian Svenonius

as Grill master and vocalist on beach (The Make Up)

Michelle Mae

as Bass guitarist on beach (The Make Up)

James Canty

as Guitarist on beach (The Make Up)

Steve Gamboa

as Drummer on beach (The Make Up)

Mona Elliott

as Vocalist / guitarist in club (Victory at Sea)

Christina Files

as Drummer in club (Victory at Sea)

Mel Lederman

as Bassist in club (Victory at Sea)

Michael Cory

as Bass guitarist in club (The Wicked Farleys)

Michael Andor Brodeur

as Vocalist / guitarist in club (The Wicked Farleys)

Ken Bernard

as Drummer in club (The Wicked Farleys)

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