Corrupted Cadet

Cast & Crew:

Riley Linch

Writer, Director, & Producer

Linch, a visually impaired filmmaker, discovered his passion for storytelling and creativity through the lens of small digital cameras, offering him a clearer vision than his own eyes. Linch is best known for his unique and impactful approaches in commercials, public service announcements, documentaries, and narrative short films, which have garnered national recognition. He has been awarded 3rd Place in the Fall Nationals PSA Competition from Student Television Network, 1st Place in the CTE Month Video Contest, and will graduate from the Video Production program at the East Valley Institute of Technology in May 2024.

Morgan Darby

Lead Actor

Morgan Darby: Morgan has honed his theatrical skills over the past two years, delivering standout performances in"The Drowsy Chaperone" and "25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee." With his debut on the screen, Morgan aspires to further explore and collaborate with industry peers, fueling his passion for storytelling.

Logline:
After his family falls on hard times, a skilled computer student finds themself questioning their morals when he discovers a chance to save his family.

Synopsis:

In this heart-wrenching tale from EVIT Studios and Riley Visions, we meet Alex, a brilliant web developer whose world has been flipped by the recent discovery of an eviction notice sent to their family.

Driven by a desperate need to help her loved ones, Alex succumbs to an unethical choice. As the consequences unravel, she grapples with the weight of her actions, vowing to make amends and reclaim her integrity.

Through triumph and adversity, Alex emerges as a skilled developer and a beacon of ethical coding. This heartfelt narrative explores morality's complexities, unity's power, and the transformative potential of some of life’s most difficult decisions.

Savannah Glenn

Director of Photography

Glenn has been a student filmmaker for 2 years and will be graduating from the Video Production program at the East Valley Institute of Technology in May 2024. She has received several awards for her cinematography, including 1st Place for the CTE Month Awareness PSA Competition, 2nd Place in the Digital Cinema Contest at the 2024 SkillsUSA State Leadership and Skills Conference, and 3rd Place in the Music Video category at the Student Television Network 2024 Convention.

London Kilgore

Lead Supporting Actor

Kilgore, a sophomore at Cactus Shadows, found her love for theater and improv through her sister's influence, lighting up the stage with memorable performances in productions like "A Monster Calls" and "Shipwrecked!"