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Medic 2016

13 min📅 2016-05-01

"The road back home is never found alone."

In Kelly-Ruth Mercier's poignant short drama *Medic (2016)*, a young woman serving community service crosses paths with a battle-scarred veteran at a bustling soup kitchen.

Director: Kelly-Ruth Mercier

Cast

Mylène Dinh-Robic
Mylène Dinh-Robic
Megan
Adam Lolacher
Adam Lolacher
Smith
Hrothgar Mathews
Hrothgar Mathews
Gin
Bruce Ramsay
Bruce Ramsay
Dennis
Tom McBeath
Tom McBeath
Reggie
Gabrielle Rose
Gabrielle Rose
Preacher
Meredith McGeachie
Meredith McGeachie
Magdalena
Jenn Griffin
Haggard Woman
Kelly Richard Fennig
Kelly Richard Fennig
Chess Player (uncredited)
Arthur MacKinnon
Arthur MacKinnon
Homeless Guy (uncredited)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Medic (2016) about?

*Medic* follows a privileged young woman completing community service who meets a war veteran at a soup kitchen. Through their unlikely friendship, she learns about resilience, selflessness, and the healing power of small acts of kindness.

Who directed Medic?

Kelly-Ruth Mercier directed *Medic (2016)*, bringing a keen eye for emotional storytelling to this short drama.

Who stars in Medic?

The cast includes Mylène Dinh-Robic, Adam Lolacher, Hrothgar Mathews, Bruce Ramsay, and Tom McBeath.

Is Medic (2016) worth watching?

At just 13 minutes, *Medic* packs a surprising emotional punch for a war drama. Its focus on human connection and understated performances make it a compelling watch, especially for fans of character-driven storytelling.

How long is Medic?

Medic runs for 13 minutes.

About Medic (2016) — A Heartfelt Encounter That Changes Everything

In Kelly-Ruth Mercier's poignant short drama *Medic (2016)*, a young woman serving community service crosses paths with a battle-scarred veteran at a bustling soup kitchen. As she glimpses the quiet strength beneath his weary exterior, she begins to see beyond her own privilege, discovering a shared path toward healing. The film unfolds with quiet intensity, contrasting the protagonist's initial self-absorption against the veteran's resilience, crafting a moving meditation on connection and personal transformation.

Set against the backdrop of everyday heroism, *Medic* explores themes of service, empathy, and the unexpected bonds that form when two broken souls meet. With a runtime of just 13 minutes, Mercier delivers a powerful punch, balancing raw emotion with subtle storytelling that lingers long after the credits roll.