The Wake (2016)

Owen, a young man lost at sea, drifts in and out of consciousness. Joined by a strange guide, he finds himself in a world that is not his own, wandering further and further from the surface. In The Wake, we see a unique take on a classic mariner's tale. In this contemporary world, the sailor still yearns for home, the spirit still craves a peaceful rest, and the siren's song is still deadly. This is a narratively complex film driven by discovery. Each interwoven timeline reveals a fragment of Owen's story. We discover with the protagonist, live the story through him, and share in his successes and failures. How did Owen lose his way? Who can he trust? Will he survive? At its core this is a story about love and loss, being driven to the edge and lingering there. A fragile high engulfed. This film speaks to universal emotions yet leaves the viewer with an experience that is truly their own. The Wake is an entirely original work created by a tight-knit group of emerging artists. From script to score, this sense of authorship finds its way into every aspect of the film. We hope that you find this passion reinforced in every frame and agree that this is a film to be shared.