CRUSH IT ALL DOWN


"Life is a circle, repeating itself over and over."

John and Zoe sit in the waiting room of a fertility clinic. John is moments away from having to provide a specimen for testing - or as he sees it - wanking into a cup. One thin door away from a miserable looking receptionist.

This wasn’t the plan.

At 20 years of age you’ll act like you’ll forever..

At 30 you’ll start to figure things out..

At 40 you’ll accept you’re a fuck up.

Crush It All Down is a story about the fragility of life, family expectations, the ups and downs of the struggle to find a balance and the importance of not being scared to live.. or wank into a cup.

Crush It All Down delves into the quiet, often unspoken moments that define our lives—moments filled with love, laughter, loss, and self-reflection. Through the lens of an everyday couple grappling with complex life questions, this film explores themes of family, connection, and the legacies we leave behind. Each scene offers a glimpse into the delicate, humorous, and sometimes heartbreaking struggles we all face.

Crush It All Down isn’t your typical short film. Unlike most shorts, which focus on a brief snapshot or a single moment, this film spans decades, weaving together multiple characters and interconnected storylines to capture a rich tapestry of family, legacy, and personal growth.

Through carefully crafted scenes and character arcs, we dive into the lives of John and Zoe at different stages, exploring how each quiet struggle, joyful moment, and difficult choice shapes their lives—and ultimately, their legacy.

This ambitious storytelling approach requires a larger cast and more elaborate production than a typical short film, but it allows us to capture a nuanced, realistic portrayal of life’s journey in a way that audiences rarely see in short films. Crush It All Down is designed to feel deeply relatable, offering viewers a space to reflect on their own relationships, challenges, and aspirations.

By supporting this project, you’re not only helping create a beautifully crafted film but also contributing to an artistic work that is rarely explored in such detail in a short film.

If you’re interested in being part of the crew or acting in Crush it all Down then please get in touch.