Comedy ·Drama · New Zealand · 2025 · 8m

Jumpstart

Director

Cast

Eleanor Squires as Billie Kat Hawkes as Michelle Victoria Revell as Kate Karen Scott as Neighbour 1 Athena Preston as Neighbour 2 Callum Shoesmith as Interviewer 1

Crew

Holly Pretorius — Editor Holly Pretorius — Writer Talia Gilbertson — Producer

Tagline

After having her free-ride finally expire, Billie chokes on a healthy dose of reality when she discovers that finding a real job takes real experience.

Synopsis

Jumpstart follows 26-year-old Virginia ‘Billie’ Walton as she chokes on a healthy dose of reality. Trading her mother’s opulent lifestyle for a beaten-up Toyota, Billie hits the road with nothing but her car, cigarettes, and absolutely zero life skills. But when basin-bathing at gas stations loses its charm, Billie has to face her worst nightmare - finding a job. Armed with nothing but her silver tongue, can Billie talk her way into employment before her luck runs out?

Trailer

Official Trailer youtube.com

Mood & Themes

satirical

Key Collaborators

Holly Pretorius Director Holly Pretorius Editor Holly Pretorius Writer Talia Gilbertson Producer

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