Ripple (2026)

GB · February 17, 2026

• Drama
• Short

Directed by: Elizabeth Arends

Written by: Elizabeth Arends, Richard Morgan Sanderson, Carol Wilson

A group of children and teenagers confront how a single impulsive decision to carry a knife can change lives forever. What begins as an innocent school prom descends into a nightmare, revealing deeper issues beneath the surface. Each young person carries their own vulnerability, their own story. As they navigate bullying, cyberbullying, insecurity, and the pressure of growing up under the constant glare of social media, the strain on their mental health becomes impossible to ignore. One teenager, in particular, feels overlooked, dismissed, and unheard, pushing them to a breaking point. When their lives collide these shared struggles form an unspoken bond. Together they search for understanding and a path forward that does not rely on the violence that shadows their everyday lives. A survivor of a brutal assault becomes an unexpected mentor, encouraging them to speak out, confront their pain, and reclaim their voices and strength. RIPPLE is a powerful and unflinching portrayal of the realities facing young people in schools today.