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Mermania - UT Undergraduate Thesis Film

Mermania - UT Undergraduate Thesis Film

Mermania - UT Undergraduate Thesis Film

Mermania - UT Undergraduate Thesis Film

Mermania - UT Undergraduate Thesis Film

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Cindy Mellen
Cindy Mellen
Cindy Mellen
Cindy Mellen
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MERMANIA is a 12-minute proof-of-concept short film blending drama, fantasy, and a 1994 grunge aesthetic to explore themes of freedom, identity, and friendship through a feminist lens. Tonally inspired by films like The Virgin Suicides, Mary Jane’s Not a Virgin Anymore, and Water Lilies, the story unfolds through Campbell, a quiet and reflective narrator who is captivated by a group of roller-skating girls and a rumor of a mystical land...

Kimberly Girkin (Writer/Director):


Kimberly Girkin is a senior Radio-Television-Film major at UT Austin with extensive experience in  acting, writing, and cinematography. She honed her technical expertise shooting 16mm film during the CET Film Production Program in Prague in the spring of 2024. Kimberly’s work includes Mean Kitty King (featured at the UT RTF Longhorn Denius Student Film Showcase) and Adelaide: A Ghost Story, showcasing her talent for crafting visually compelling narratives.

Cindy Mellen (Producer): 


Cindy Mellen is a fourth-year Radio-Television-Film and Chemistry double major at the University of Texas at Austin. She previously produced Kimberly’s Adelaide: A Ghost Story, showcasing her ability to support and elevate compelling narratives. Cindy’s interest in Mermania began when Kimberly shared the concept with her in June 2024, sparking her enthusiasm for the project’s themes and vision. Talking about Mermania has been ingrained in their friendship since its inception. Cindy has seen Mermania once before and is ready to do everything in her power to make sure everyone can discover their Mermania.
Rico Veliz (Director of Photography):


Recent RTF graduate Ricardo “Rico” Veliz is a passionate filmmaker specializing in cinematography and editing. He’s worked with Kimberly on multiple projects throughout their college careers. Most recently, Rico was the DP for Adelaide: A Ghost Story, a 16mm music video directed by Kimberly. Their years of collaboration have prepared them for this moment, and Rico’s ready to show us what Mermania looks like.


Mary Katherine Madden (Assistant Director):


Mary Katherine Madden is a senior RTF major at UT Austin, and is so excited to be the 1st Assistant Director on Mermania. Over the past four years, she has had the opportunity to occupy various different positions on film sets including directing, casting directing, and script supervising. She has also been working on the business side of the film industry at various talent agencies in both Austin and New York City. She is so excited to be working on this film with such talented people, and cannot wait for production in February.

Chelsea Li (Art Director):

Chelsea is a senior Psychology and Creative Writing student at UT Austin. She has previously written and directed the short films Only Mia, Dial Tone Angel, and Last Days of  Prudence.  She also plays keys and harmonica in the band Amish Swans. She is passionate about the prospect of combining her passion for visual and media art and is excited to make Kimberly’s vision for this film come alive.  Chelsea is looking for Mermania and hopes she can find it with you.


Your help is invaluable! Any kind of donation is appreciated IMMENSELY! If you aren’t able to donate anything please consider spreading the word, this link, or any of the social media posts regarding this information! Any and all help makes such a difference for a small production like ours, and we are so grateful for anything you can offer us!
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