Winner of 'Best Thriller' and 'Best Director' at Chicago Cinema Awards 2022. Harrison (David Kara) and Leo (Francis Ryan) are two mates studying together at university in Melbourne, Australia, who receive a unique assignment as part of their studies in criminal psychology... to explain how, hypothetically, they might commit the perfect murder. From writer/director James Cunningham, short film The Assignment is a slick thriller delivering a sexy modern twist on the slasher genre with heavy hints of Hitchcock, lashings of Carpenter and a pinch of Dexter... all on rooftop at sunset.

Written & Directed by James Cunningham
Featuring David Kara and Francis Ryan
Cinematography by Lukas Yannoutsos
Original Score by Pedro de Prada
Editing by Japneet Dahliwal
Sound Design by Kyle Evans
Produced by Vanessa Abbott and Slade Philips

Note: 'The Assignment' contains adult themes, violence and nudity.