Joanna Makes a Friend

201115m

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Director: Jeremy Lutter
Release date: 2011-12-03
Runtime: 15m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: Canada
Studio: Broken Mirror Films

About Joanna Makes a Friend

Joanna Makes a Friend is a 2011 movie in the Drama genre, directed by Jeremy Lutter, starring Dalila Bela, Fred Ewanuick and Katelyn Mager. It has a runtime of 15 minutes. Below you can see where to watch Joanna Makes a Friend in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A young girl, Joanna, is ostracized from kids at school. Lonely, she retreats into the books of HP Lovecraft and Edgar Allan Poe. Her imagination then comes to life, when Joanna builds herself a robot friend from the odds and ends in her father's garage. Instantly popular, she learns that even those you love the most can turn their backs. This gothic and stylized film explores the desire for love and acceptance we all share.

Cast

Dalila Bela

Joanna

Fred Ewanuick

Phil

Katelyn Mager

Sofia

Emilia Hodson

Aileen

Sebastian Pateman

Chauncey

Angus Newsmith

Adam

Alisha Newton

Susie

Dawson Dunbar

Everett

S. Siobhan McCarthy

Clown

Jada McKenzie-Moore

Student

Themes & keywords

short film

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Joanna Makes a Friend in Japan?+

Joanna Makes a Friend is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Japan. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Joanna Makes a Friend on Netflix?+

Joanna Makes a Friend is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Joanna Makes a Friend?+

Joanna Makes a Friend has a runtime of 15 minutes (15 minutes).

Who stars in Joanna Makes a Friend?+

Joanna Makes a Friend stars Dalila Bela, Fred Ewanuick, Katelyn Mager, Emilia Hodson and Sebastian Pateman.

When did Joanna Makes a Friend come out?+

Joanna Makes a Friend is a 2011 movie directed by Jeremy Lutter.

What genre is Joanna Makes a Friend?+

Joanna Makes a Friend is Drama film.

Who directed Joanna Makes a Friend?+

Joanna Makes a Friend was directed by Jeremy Lutter.