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From Under the Bridge: When Bullies Become Trolls

  • 2021
  • 16m
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9.6/10
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Rachel Wyn Garcia-Dunn, Ryon Thomas, Luc Clopton, Lucas A. Ferrara, Tezz Yancey, Connie Jo Sechrist, Phillip J. McLaughlin, Piper Reese, Alexander Arntzen, Rachel Alig, Matthew Macar, Paul James Houghton, Justin Busch, Sara Wolfkind, Erick McAllister, and Chris Cimperman in From Under the Bridge: When Bullies Become Trolls (2021)
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'From Under The Bridge: When Bullies Become Trolls' is a bullying, cyberbullying and suicide awareness story you won't believe is based on real events! A lonely high school girl escapes depr... Read all'From Under The Bridge: When Bullies Become Trolls' is a bullying, cyberbullying and suicide awareness story you won't believe is based on real events! A lonely high school girl escapes depression and her bullies when she meets the perfect boy online, but is he too good to be tru... Read all'From Under The Bridge: When Bullies Become Trolls' is a bullying, cyberbullying and suicide awareness story you won't believe is based on real events! A lonely high school girl escapes depression and her bullies when she meets the perfect boy online, but is he too good to be true?

  • Director
    • Paul James Houghton
  • Writer
    • Paul James Houghton
  • Stars
    • Piper Reese
    • Luc Clopton
    • Sara Wolfkind
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    • IMDb RATING
    9.6/10
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    • Director
      • Paul James Houghton
    • Writer
      • Paul James Houghton
    • Stars
      • Piper Reese
      • Luc Clopton
      • Sara Wolfkind
    • 24User reviews
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    • Awards
      • 23 wins & 3 nominations total

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    Piper Reese
    Piper Reese
    • Clare Taylor
    Luc Clopton
    Luc Clopton
    • Kyle Badger
    Sara Wolfkind
    Sara Wolfkind
    • Stacey Brown
    Rachel Alig
    Rachel Alig
    • Julie Brown
    Chris Cimperman
    Chris Cimperman
    • Steven Badger
    Ryon Thomas
    Ryon Thomas
    • Anthony Taylor
    Tezz Yancey
    • Chester
    Erick McAllister
    Erick McAllister
    • Mickey
    Noreen Lerner
    • Park Pedestrian
    Mark Lerner
    • Park Pedestrian
    Justin Busch
    Justin Busch
    • Bar Patron
    Heidi Merrill
    • Bar Patron
    Dana Warner
    • Waitress
    Tyler Adkins
    Tyler Adkins
    • Evan (Pictures)
    • (uncredited)
    Stacey Feinsilver
    • Clare's Mother (Pictures)
    • (uncredited)
    Lucas A. Ferrara
    Lucas A. Ferrara
    • Stacey's Father (Pictures)
    • (uncredited)
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      • Paul James Houghton
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    10jonidue

    Excellent and shocking. Well done Paul James.

    Saw this film during the London Film Festival this week and had to write a quick review. It's an astonishing film which resonated with me. If you've ever been bullied or been in a position where other people have been the cause of your depression or degradation of your mental health, this film will likely hit you hard. It's a subject and story delicately turned into a film by Paul James and I'm in ore of his accomplishment. There is some language in the film but I think it is necessary to accurately define the characters. Teens curse, bad teens curse more. Congratulations to Paul and everyone who helped make this important and relevant film. It's a great achievement and you should all be proud.
    10notoriousnicolette

    Eye Opening

    The film is based on real life events and shows the dangers of cyberbullying. The internet has made bullying even easier and the bullies do not see the damage they are causing to the person at the other end. In the film, the main character Clare is bullied in person and online to the point where she takes her own life. It is never easy to tell the story of a such a traumatizing event, but director Paul James does a masterful job with handling the sensitive topic.
    10snmyildirim

    Such an important movie, needs to be a feature!

    Really heartbreaking but true story. Unfortunately, today's reality! Bullying is everywhere especially between teenagers, even really really young ages. The message has to be heard by everyone! Schools and families have to take actions for bullying and be aware of this issue.

    I saw this movie during London Lift-off Film Festival and really loved it. So touching and tragic true story. Everyone must be aware of this truth. This movie needs to be a feature! Because it helps to raise awareness for bullying.

    Not only the message is so important but also acting, directing was amazing! Congratulations to Paul James Houghton and the whole crew! You've made must-watch movie.
    10bibi_lucille

    An extraordinary and unforgettable masterpiece

    'Under the Bridge' is a beautifully told, heart wrenching true story about the trials and tribulations of being a teenage girl. Exploring the horrors of high school hierarchy, Clare finds herself a victim of her peers; but is soon to find refuge in an online chat forum. This film is beautifully acted, with a special mention to Piper Reese who perfectly captures the anguish and desolation of being a victim of bullying. Paul James Houghton is a masterful director and writer, who accurately and thoughtfully approaches a delicate subject. This film truly is a must watch with its expert storytelling and crucial message.
    10katerinavahalova

    Masterfully chilly

    A chilling true story masterfully directed by Paul James. The performance of the lead actress is incredibly memorable and her facial expressions will remain imprinted in my mind for a while! It has been a while since a movie, especially a short film, left me this touched, leaving the theatre with lingering thoughts of what I've just experienced. Not to mention the cinematographer has done an incredible job. Both with lighting as well as selection of angles and detailed shots bringing us closer to the emotional state of the characters. The story itself is incredibly touching and I believe it should turn into a feature.

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      The pub scene was filmed at O'Malley's in Seal Beach, which is the same bar featured in 'American Sniper' with Bradley Cooper (directed by Clint Eastwood).
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    • Release date
      • September 5, 2021 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
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    • Filming locations
      • Seal Beach, California, USA
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      • Dreamotion Studios
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