The Golden Hours
The Golden Hours tells the story of 16-year-old Raven, a girl grappling with the aftermath of a life-changing accident that leaves her in a wheelchair and separated from her old life. Struggling with guilt, trauma, and isolation, she finds herself rebuilding her world from scratch.
Along the way, Raven forms new relationships, including a budding romance with her boyfriend Levi and a connection with two homeless individuals, Benji and Maizlee, who unexpectedly help her find meaning and purpose.
Through her passion for photography, Raven starts to see the world —and herself —in new ways. But as she navigates the challenges of recovery and self-discovery, she must confront her deepest fears and the painful memories that continue to haunt her. The Golden Hours is a heartfelt coming-of-age journey of healing, self-acceptance, and the power of unexpected connections.
The Golden Hours was entirely filmed in Santa Barbara.
Date:
October 6, 2025
Director:
Jorrit Van Der KooiCredits:
Director of Photography: Robert Day, Original Music Score: Thomas van den Burg, Location Manager: Nick Uemura, Color Grader: Robert Day, Wardrobe Manager: Sonia Battaille, Assistant Director: Adam Sims, Flavia Fabiola Manini Rojas, Assistant Camera: Ana Chavez, Sam Blakely, Miles Miller, Malcolm Tircuit, Production Assistant: Juan Esparza, Script Consultants: Daniel Schirmer, Godfried Nevels, Brendan McIvor Fleming, Drone Operator: Lou-Anne Van Der Kooi, Boom Operator: Erin O’Connor, Special Effects: Michael Greive, Studio Assistant: Juan Kuchimpos, Acting Coach: Rachel Jordan, Second Unit Camera: Koteki Kuroyanagi, Guitar Tracks: Stijn Hazewinkel.Country:
USADuration:
88 minutes 43 seconds
