Gabatwa Studios are thrilled to invite you to the exclusive, premiere screening of Rad Dad, a powerful short film about family, fatherhood, and breaking generational cycles.

Date: Saturday, February 15, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Venue: Club Thirroul (2B Station St, Thirroul NSW)
Hosted by Nick Bolton, Executive Producer and Chair of Screen Illawarra

This special event will bring together key members of the film and mental health industries, local council representatives, major sponsors, suppliers, and of course, our incredible cast and crew.
Here's what to expect...

A screening of Rad Dad (6 minutes)
A brief Q&A with me, the film’s director & producer
A chance to mingle with industry professionals and fellow attendees post-screening

Tickets: Free – with an option to donate to Screen Illawarra to support more films like this .

Presented by Gabatwa Studios, Ten Alphas, and hosted by Club Thirroul.

About the Film:
Appropriate for all viewers, families are encouraged to attend. Rad Dad is a deeply personal and moving story that explores the impact of family trauma and fatherhood. Inspired by real experiences, it follows a man confronting memories of his father’s struggles and the effects on his own relationship with his son. Through emotional flashbacks and heartfelt moments, Rad Dad shines a light on the courage it takes to break harmful cycles and embrace change.

Crew:
Produced, Written & Directed by Gabe McCarthy
Executive Producers Nick Bolton and Jess Milne at TEN ALPHAS
Director of Photography Jess Milne
1st Assistant Director Jonathan Adams
Editors: Gabriel McCarthy, Jonathan Adams
Colourist: Antonio Centonze, CSI
Sound design: Gabe McCarthy

Cast
Jack Jessop
Gabe McCarthy
Nick Bolton
Tahlia Crisis
Finn McCarthy
Jonathan Adams
Frankie the dog

Music:
‘Mary’ Performed by Big Thief
Written by Adrianne Lenker
Published by Concord Music Publishing ANZ Pty Ltd obo Domino Publishing Company Ltd
Licensed courtesy of 4AD Ltd
By arrangement with Beggars Group Media

Thank you to our Sponsors
The Butchers: Thirroul Junior Rugby League Club
Culture Bank Wollongong

Special thanks
Erin Harvey
Jane Davis and The Jessop Family
Andrew Boland
Cronulla and National Park Ferry Cruises
TEN ALPHAS
Progressive Pictures
Screen Illawarra
Club Thirroul