Drama · Ireland · 2026 · 51m

The Fuel of Youth

Director

Cast

Sean Costello as Alan Rory Kerins as Sean Marta Russell as Nena John Hughes as Josh Conor Cullen as Ciaran Paul Kelly as Seans Boss

Crew

John Hughes — Director of Photography Kai Kobayashi Ryan — Editor Oliver Bailey — Editor John Hughes — Editor John Hughes — Writer John Hughes — Producer

Tagline

Before healing, comes the courage to speak

Synopsis

A series of interrelated stories that bring Nena, Sean and Alan together. Alan, gentle and insecure, yearns for acceptance and connection. Vibrant yet guilt-ridden, Nena embarks on a quest for redemption and self-discovery as she battles with her inner demons while bereaved Sean lingers and struggles to conquer his depression.

Mood & Themes

Key Collaborators

John Hughes Director John Hughes Director of Photography Kai Kobayashi Ryan Editor Oliver Bailey Editor John Hughes Editor John Hughes Writer John Hughes Producer Paul Gorry Producer

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