Tidal Short Film

Griffith Film School Presents: TIDAL – A 12-Minute Horror/Dark Comedy Short Film

Hi everyone! We are a team of passionate, emerging filmmakers from Griffith Film School, and we are excited to share our upcoming project with you — TIDAL, a 12-minute horror/dark comedy short film written and directed by Carrie Biddle and produced by Elizabeth Solomon.

We’re reaching out to ask for your support in bringing our creative vision to life!

About the Film

At its core, TIDAL is a powerful story about identity, transformation, and self-acceptance. It follows Nia, a former siren who once longed for a human life. She found that life — and love — with Oswald, the man she thought was her soulmate.

But recently, Nia’s true nature has begun to resurface. She’s undergoing a series of intense surgeries to maintain her human form — the final one meant to remove her scales, the last symbol of the creature she once was. As she stands on the edge of losing the last piece of her original self, Nia must decide between returning to the world she came from or staying in the one she’s created.

TIDAL is about embracing who you really are rather than staying as something you are not to adhere to outside forces. It's bold, weird, beautiful — and deeply personal.

Why We Need Your Help

Our project is entirely self-funded by students, and while we have stretched every dollar as far as we can, we need a little extra help to make TIDAL the best it can possibly be.

With your generous support, we will be able to elevate this production across all departments — from visual storytelling to post-production polish — and make a film that truly reflects the passion and talent of everyone involved.

Your Contributions Will Directly Support:

No amount is too small — every contribution brings us closer to making this project a reality. If you can’t donate, you can still support us by sharing this campaign with friends, family, or anyone who loves independent and meaningful storytelling.

Follow our production journey via our Instagram by clicking this LINK or @tidal.shortfilm

TIDAL is more than a just a student film — it’s a chance for us to showcase our voices as emerging storytellers, and we are pouring our hearts into it. Your support will help us create something truly meaningful.

Thank you for your consideration and support!

With love,

the Tidal team ♡