Battle Scars

Rating: 18+ (R – Restricted)

Runtime: 12min

Festival Release Date: October 23rd, 2015

Genre: Drama, Psychological

Battle Scars follows Aoife Hayes, a teenager returning home to Dublin after surviving a suicide attempt. Torn by the aftermath of relentless bullying, Aoife must face the fractured relationships within her family and the difficulties of reintegrating into school life. The film explores how trauma impacts not only the individual but those around them, offering a raw and poignant look at the long, difficult path to healing.

Directed By

John O'Rourke

Written By

Rachel Whelan & John O'Rourke

cast

Claire McCauley, Chris McMorrow, Jenny Lee Masterson, Cian Kinahan

Rated 18 (R – Restricted) for sensitive subject matter and implied self-harm.