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Directed by Ally Kovski Written by Ally Kovski & Olivia Turner

Ripple Effect was the most incredible experience of my life, from start to finish. Before this, I had made silent films on my own or with one to two friends, and this was the first film where I had written dialogue, formed a crew of 16, and spent 4 days isolated in a large home far away from the city. Aside from the incredible bonding experience we had, the film was magic. Everything there felt so real and grounded that the experience was the moment I knew I was meant to become a director. My two actors, Sam and Dara, were incredible, and we just completely gelled together. They were the glue of this film, and caring for them in this space we built together was more rewarding than anything I can describe.

I will genuinely never forget this experience. It meant so much to me and will forever hold a place in my career.

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