Australian short film 'Montserrat' offers a poignant and introspective portrait of the Australian immigrant experience, encapsulated through the daily life of a solitary tradesman. Featuring a delicate performance from Ecuadorian actor and model Wilson Bazurto, the film reveals the quiet existence of Montserrat, a young man whose life is marked by routine and loneliness. Wearing his ubiquitous yellow or orange hi-vis uniforms like a shell of an identity, Montserrat's days blend into one another as he navigates mundane tasks in his mostly empty house. The film's observational cinematography captures a rare glimpse into the life of a man overlooked by society.

SILVER AWARD - BEST INDEPENDENT SHORT FILM
Florence Film Awards, 2026

Written & Directed by James Cunningham
Featuring Wilson Bazurto as Montserrat
Produced by Vanessa Abbott and Slade Phillips
Original Music by Christopher Galovan and Earth Tone
Produced by Presidential Productions
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Filmed on location on Gold Coast, Australia.