The Unburdened

When a busy mother is summoned by her childhood friend to save their buried time capsule, unearthing its contents reveals more about their friendship - and heritage - than either of them expected. In following Shayna's journey, the film explores the layered subjectivity of multi-generational trauma, and the sometimes contradictory ways people cope with it.

• Release date
• October 9, 2025
• Runtime
• 13 min
• Genres
• Drama
• Director
• Arnon Z. Shorr

Cast

E

Elana Safar Shayna Elisabeth Ness Marissa

E

Eve Austin Nancy

R

Reese Bogin Ellie

E

Emma Fagerstrom Young Marissa

M

Mia McMahon Young Shayna

B

Bridget Burke Weiss Marissa's Grandmother