Veiled

An original story premise, one that could be expanded past this short film into a fledgling full-length feature, and well directed by Deanna McDaniel with the exception of the acting performance of Michael Taggart who seems very contrite and robotic as what should be a caring father. The performance of the main character of the daughter Sia from Kaelyn Raye Lustig, who after this performance is well on her way to a very successful career. The story centers around a family and the effects of the latest news of a serial rapist in their town and the effects on their daughter. The 11 or 12 minutes don't do this the full justice even 25 would do, let alone a full-length feature. Inclusion of character acting veteran Michael Chieffo as a psychologist helping the daughter is underused. Editing slightly choppy but otherwise, worth a gander.