Joanna Makes a Friend

This short film features Joanna, a girl who feels isolated at school and turns to the works of H.P. Lovecraft and Edgar Allan Poe. She uses her imagination to create a robot friend from items in her father's garage, which brings her temporary popularity. However, she soon discovers that love and acceptance can be fleeting, even from those closest to her.

Joanna Makes a Friend runs for 15 minutes and is produced by Broken Mirror Films and Like Minded Media. The film's gothic and stylized approach reflects the emotional themes of longing for connection and the complexities of friendship. The narrative is a thoughtful exploration of childhood experiences, making it a unique piece in any collection focused on drama or short films.