Film

Chrysalis

2025 · 11m · Drama

"I can't wait to see what life has in store for you, my little butterfly."

Chrysalis follows the story of Renee, a troubled teenager torn between seeking closure from her alcoholic father and spending time with her high school friends for the last time before leaving for college. This short film grapples with the idea of what it’s like to grow up and leave your old life behind

Tatiana O'Brien

Renee

Gary Shaw

Mark/Renee's Dad

Erica Beth Fish

Mari

Jen Gruver

Jenna/ Renee's Mother

• Abigail StelterDirector · Writer · Executive Producer
• Sunandita SanthanamProducer
• Marqus ChavezProducer
• Daniel RobertsDirector of Photography
• Austin SmithEditor
• Madeline LozoyaEditor
• Erin DaltonCasting

Release date

May 17, 2025

Status

Released

Original language

English

Runtime

11m

Rated

R

Genres

Drama