The Story

Cathy, a 20-year-old college student, is stuck babysitting Anna and Dylan while all her classmates are off enjoying their summer break. Frustrated and eager for a break herself, she decides to take the kids to the beach—hoping they'll burn off some energy and give her a moment of peace before she sneaks off to a party that night. But things don’t go as planned: the kids are anything but calm, and the day spirals into chaos.

Full Script

Cathy (20)

At 20, Cathy is an English literature student who feels trapped in her babysitting duties for Anna (7) and Dylan (6), the Maccathy children. Annoyed that her summer vacation is being spent with the two mischievous kids instead of her friends, Cathy decides to take matters into her own hands. She borrows her brother's car and heads to the beach, hoping the trip will offer her a brief respite from the demands of babysitting.

Anna (7)

The older sibling in the Maccathy family, Anna is eager to impress the adults around her. She often tries to act more mature than her age and enjoys asserting her superiority over her younger brother, believing she knows better than him.

Dylan (6)

A typical five-year-old, Dylan is full of whimsical ideas and boundless curiosity. Often the target of his sister’s teasing, he tends to retreat into his own world, finding comfort in watching TV whenever he can.

Director's Statement

I want to make this film because I’m fascinated by those small, in-between moments where something shifts inside us—subtly, quietly, almost without us realizing it. Cathy’s story isn’t dramatic or life-changing on the surface, but to me, that’s exactly what makes it worth telling. It’s about the kind of day that seems ordinary at first, but ends up staying with you.

This film captures just a slice of one person’s life. But reflecting on my own experiences, I’ve come to realize that it’s often the seemingly insignificant moments that leave the deepest marks. Life isn’t made up of grand, cinematic gestures—it’s made up of small, everyday fragments: an unexpectedly meaningful meal, a movie that lingers, or a quiet nap on a sunny beach. By focusing on those moments, I hope this film captures something real—something that, in its stillness and simplicity, feels like life itself.