The Cross Giveth, 2025
"The Cross Giveth, and The Cross Taketh Away"
In *The Cross Giveth, (2025)*, debut director Kian Lawson-Khalili crafts a stark, eight-minute drama that plunges into the psychological turmoil of a young actor caught in a toxic film set.
Director: Kian Lawson-Khalili
Cast
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cross Giveth, (2025) about?
The film follows a young actor spiraling into an anxiety attack on an abusive film set, where fragmented memories of past interviews reveal the emotional toll of his career. As he reflects on his role in society, his inner turmoil escalates, blurring the line between performance and pain.
Who directed The Cross Giveth,?
The Cross Giveth, (2025) was directed by Kian Lawson-Khalili, marking his debut as a filmmaker.
Who stars in The Cross Giveth,?
The cast includes Kian Lawson-Khalili, Emil Helweg-Larsen, Luis Zimmer, Gustav Erik Prag Aae, and Daniel Astrakhan.
Is The Cross Giveth, (2025) worth watching?
Given its dramatic intensity and short runtime, *The Cross Giveth, (2025)* offers a compelling, if unsettling, viewing experience. While unrated, its themes of mental health and exploitation resonate strongly within independent cinema.
How long is The Cross Giveth,?
The Cross Giveth, (2025) has a runtime of 8 minutes.
About The Cross Giveth, (2025) — A raw 8-minute drama on exploitation and identity
In *The Cross Giveth, (2025)*, debut director Kian Lawson-Khalili crafts a stark, eight-minute drama that plunges into the psychological turmoil of a young actor caught in a toxic film set. As pressure mounts, the protagonist spirals into an anxiety-fueled crisis, dissecting his career choices and societal role through scattered reflections. Haunting archival interviews from his past career resurface, exposing the hidden pain behind the glamour—each clip peeling back another layer of self-doubt. The film's oppressive atmosphere mirrors his unraveling mind, blending raw intensity with contemplative pauses.
Lawson-Khalili, who stars alongside Emil Helweg-Larsen and Luis Zimmer, transforms this brief runtime into a visceral exploration of exploitation and self-worth. The tagline "The Cross Giveth, and The Cross Taketh Away" underscores the film's duality: artistic ambition demands sacrifice, but at what cost? Shot in a confined, unsettling style, *The Cross Giveth, (2025)* is a micro-drama with macro emotional weight.