TALK TO ME LIKE THE RAIN, 15min. USA
Directed by Eloise Lola Gordon, Rose Trimboli
This is a story about the lies we tell in the name of love. In this adaptation of Tennesse Williams’ one-act “Talk to Me Like the Rain and Let Me Lie Here and Listen”, a couple grapples with opening up about their deepest desires while knowing that the truth of what they both want would hurt the other more than anything. This short film explores how people lie to themselves and each other in order to not feel the pain that the truth sometimes brings with it. In relationships, whether we minimize the gravity of a situation or deny ourselves the extent of our desires, it’s simpler to avoid honesty and stay in comfortable cycles than to face the unknown that comes with picking up and moving on.

Get to know filmmaker Eloise Lola Gordon:

1. What motivated you to make this film?

I wanted to create something that would utilize not only all of the life lessons I've learned through my own relationships and the relationships of those around me but also what I've learned from working in the industry over the last few years. I also wanted to give opportunities to the talented friends that I've made through working and give them the chance to show what they can do!

2. From the idea to the finished product, how long did it take for you to make this film?

About a year and a half!

3. How would you describe your film in two words!?

Hurting and Healing

4. What was the biggest obstacle you faced in completing this film?

Having to sacrifice some of my ideas for the sake of creating a complete and concise piece.

5. What were your initial reactions when watching the audience talking about your film in the feedback video?

I mainly felt a huge sense of relief that the audience got the message I was trying to portray.

6. When did you realize that you wanted to make films?

I always knew I wanted to be in them but it wasn't until college that I realized I wanted to make my own.

7. What film have you seen the most in your life?

Mirror Mask or Nightmare Before Christmas

8. What other elements of the festival experience can we and other festivals implement to satisfy you and help you further your filmmaking career?

I think festivals are a great way to connect likeminded artists so they can build relationships and collaborate on more projects in the future.

9. You submitted to the festival via FilmFreeway. How has your experiences been working on the festival platform site?

It's been great! I've learned so much about the film festival community and learned about so many incredible festivals I wouldn't have known about otherwise!

10. What is your favorite meal?

I love all breakfast food!! There's nothing better than a good breakfast burrito or sandwich to start the day.

11. What is next for you? A new film?

Right now I'm really busy with acting work but I've been writing a feature for the last few years that I would love to start pre-production on this year!