Kerrin Rafuse
Writing
Biography
Kerrin Rafuse is a screenwriter and director based in St. John’s, Newfoundland. She holds a degree in Filmmaking and Photography from NSCAD University (2010) and enjoys stories where reality can coexist with the fantastical or supernatural, especially if it also involves growing up. She is an alumna of NIFCO’s Picture Start program (2018) and the FIN Atlantic International Film Festival’s Script Development Program (2014). Her most recent short film, False Light, has screened at festivals across North America and was selected as part of Telefilm’s Canada’s Not Short On Talent program at the Cannes International Film Festival in 2019.
Known For
Boy on Bridge is a feature length documentary that follows the engaging and energetic Alan Doyle as he collaborates with some of his friends and musical heroes. While the project unfolds Alan balances his career with Great Big Sea, navigates through debilitating back problems, and attempts to find a record label home for his new project. This liberating project has allowed Alan to step outside of the comfort zone of his day band and scratch some names off his musical bucket list. The names include icon Jim Cuddy of Blue Rodeo, indie legend Hawksley Workman, Robin Hood co-star Scott Grimes, Gordie Sampson, legendary television composer Mike Post, and Alans good friend and longtime musical partner, Russell Crowe.
Boy on Bridge
This five-minute short film explores the complicated relationship of two estranged step-siblings, Sara and Barnaby, who find themselves united by a common interest: music.
Forty-Five & Five
A shy receptionist seeks the self-confidence she needs through a fantasy makeover, but may just lose herself in the process.
Makeover
A ritual sacrifice doesn't go according to plan.
Plan B
A group of university students search for answers at an abandoned settlement with a sinister history.
False Light
A group of partygoers gather and listen to a grandmother’s strange tale.