The Cross Giveth,

The Cross Giveth,

The Cross Giveth,

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The Cross Giveth,

"The Cross Giveth, and The Cross Taketh Away"

2025

0h 8m

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Drama

Overview

A young actor, trapped in an abusive film set, starts spiraling in an anxiety induced attack and reflection as he ponders on his work and role in society. His attack and thoughts get heavier and more sporadic as he sifts through interviews he's done throughout the years - all showing the pain that lies within.

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5 featured cast members

Starring

Kian Lawson-Khalili

Kian Lawson-Khalili

Christian

Emil Helweg-Larsen

Crewmember

Luis Zimmer

Interviewer

Gustav Erik Prag Aae

Interviewer #2

Daniel Astrakhan

Assistant Director on the Set

Creative team

Directed by: Kian Lawson-Khalili
Written by: Kian Lawson-Khalili
Produced by: Christian H. Yanci

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