Crisis Actor

Crisis Actor is a comedy and drama about an impulsive actress who loses her employment. After crashing a support group meeting, she spends a chaotic night confronting her own addiction to creating drama.

Written and directed by Lily Platt, this twelve-minute American short film was produced by Endangered Species. The production was led by producers Sophie Seyd, Alex Bendo, and Lexi Preiser. The cast features Sarah Steele in the lead role as Celine, alongside Philip Ettinger, Emily Allan, Brenda Cullerton, and Ben Irving. The film was released on January 25, 2026.