SICK

 

Independant Short

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Written & Directed by M.J. Gunaratne

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"A man returns home to find his house dark and his partner missing, but as he stumbles about in search of a torch he begins to suspect he's not alone."

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SICK is a horror short inspired by my love of continuous long takes and the excitement and dread they can easily build within a suspenseful narrative.

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LIFE GOALS: S03E04

 

AFTRS Web Series

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Directed by M.J. Gunaratne

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LIFE GOALS is a coming-of-age sitcom that follows the hilarious adventures and mishaps of Mel, a not-so-hip vlogger in her 20s, who's searching for fame, fortune, and friendship in all the wrong places. S03E04 takes Mel on a wild journey of reassessment as in her attempts to win back her roommate Cleo's affection, she bakes her cookies with the one ingredient she's allergic to.

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SET FREE

 

Independant Short

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Shot & Directed by M.J. Gunaratne

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Dealing with the struggles that arise after loss, SET FREE details a young boys journey of getting over the death of his childhood dog by handpicking meditative moments set to the five stages of grief.

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BAD IMMIGRANT

 

Documentary Short

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Shot & Directed by M.J. Gunaratne

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Due to their struggles with racism, immigrants and people of colour are often grouped into the political left. BAD IMMIGRANT: EVADING STIGMAS is a raw exploration of the lesser-discussed conservative opinions people of colour can have on sex, gender, and immigration policy.