Where Is Dead?

Where Is Dead? (1975) is a drama film directed by Jackie Rivet-River.

In this quiet, naturalistic dramatic short, six-year old Sarah grapples with understanding mortality after the sudden death of her older brother, David. With the help of her family, she gradually learns how to process his passing and cope with her grief. Written, produced, and directed by Jackie Rivet-River, this short film for Encyclopaedia Britannica Films was awarded the Silver Hugo prize at the Chicago International Film Festival, as well as 12 additional awards internationally.

Cast

Sara Crawford

Sarah

Robert Crawford Jr

David

Ned Schmidtke

Father

Cynthia Baker

Mother

Felix Shuman

Grandfather

Janet Scheneker

Amanda

Lois Dubin-Hauselman

Cookie Lady

Nickolas Hauselman

Child on Slide