The Downbeat
2009 25 minutes
A polish boy is passionate to become a musician like his father, but his parents want him to pursue a more prosperous, secure career
Casper is the son of a polish family in the London in the 90s. The family moved to the UK for their son to pursue a career as a doctor or lawyer. Casper's father Michal is a blues musician at night, but as he struggles to feed his family, he needs to work as a garage mechanic at daytime. He faces a moral dilemma when his son wants to follow his passion and become a musician like his father, instead of listening to mother Olivia's wish to continue studying.
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Connected Mandy Cast Members
David Shackleton
Actor- 2009, The Downbeat, Polish-speaking barman
- 2009, The Downbeat, Polish-speaking barman
Nuria Perez
Director of Photography- 2009, The Downbeat, 1st AC
- 2009, The Downbeat, 1st AC
Keith Hill
Actor- 2010, The Downbeat, Garage Boss (Post-synch V.O.)
- 2010, The Downbeat, Garage Boss (Post-synch V.O.)
Katherine Evans
Director- 2009, The Downbeat, 2nd AD
- 2009, The Downbeat, 2nd AD
Alternative Names
- Downbeat, the