PRESS RELEASE
Le Point Finale, a powerful new short film directed by Australia’s Dianne Weller and produced by Bright See Productions, which shines an unflinching light on one of the most urgent and heartbreaking issues facing young people today — the devastating effects of bullying and the epidemic of youth suicide - has been chosen as a finalist for SF3 (SmartFone Flick Fest) and will screen at Sydney Opera House in February. The film has also just screened at the Dubai City Film Festival and was a finalist at the recent Robinson International Film Awards held in Naples, Italy.
Inspired by true events, Le PointFinale tells the story of a young girl crushed by relentless bullying, whose pleas for help go unheard. Feeling invisible and alone, she’s driven to a devastating decision she believes is her only way out. The film is a stark reminder that, in a world where children are often seen but not truly heard, silence can be fatal.
Through its haunting imagery and restrained storytelling, Le PointFinale serves as both an artistic statement and a social wake-up call. The film explores how the pressures of modern adolescence, which are subsequently magnified by the unrelenting reach of social media, can transform private pain into public torment, leaving deep, lasting scars.
Featuring an evocative original score by Genevieve Patrick, Le Point Finale combines emotional realism with cinematic grace to create a visceral experience that stays with viewers long after the credits roll.
Belgium-based/Australian Director Dianne Weller says, “This film is a plea to listen, really listen to our young people. The signs are often there, but life gets in the way and we are too blind to face the reality staring us in the face, leaving our loved ones feeling invisible and too often ignored. Le PointFinale gives a voice to those who feel unseen.”
Le Point Finale is currently being submitted to international film festivals and aims to spark important conversations around empathy, awareness, and mental health in schools, families, and communities worldwide.