Filmography
BLACKOUT
Kyro (25) faces a blackout that disconnects him from his partner on a neighbouring planet. Seeking connection and questioning his sexuality, he grapples with the uncertain future of his relationship. Written and Directed by Ryan Raake.
FAJITA NIGHT
A struggling university student stages an intervention when his friend arrives late to a planned get-together, but when the blame is reflected on him, he risks losing his only friends. Directed by Ryan Raake.
EROS O PHILIA
An experimental film exploring the feelings and emotions associated with being torn between the love of friends and romantic, erotic love. Exhibiting images of sexuality, romance, confusion, and friendship. Shot on Kodak Vision3 500T and Kodak 3378 16mm Film. Directed by Ryan Raake.
BLOSSOM
A new drag performer (Peach Blossom) is asked by Chappell Roan to open at her concert. In a sold-out venue and packed crowd, this is the biggest performance of her life taking you through the reality of what goes into the art of drag performance. Directed by Ryan Raake.
Pawn in Your Game
Armani is in a relationship with her boyfriend José, she’s in love with him until he begins to show signs of manipulation and abuse. Armani discovers she is just a pawn in José’s game. Written, Directed, and Edited by Ryan Raake and Liam Spears.
Chef’s Kiss
This is a culinary film that was produced at York University Department of Cinema & Media arts 2023 for Introduction to filmmaking II, displaying a place or process. It follows The Culinary Pickpocket making a meal for his Instagram. Directed and edited by Ryan Raake and Ally Kovski.
Run From Home
I always knew in growing up in a small town I didn’t fit in, I needed to escape, escape to the city where I can be myself, live the life I dream of living, and love who I love. This film is finally me realising that dream. Written, Directed, and Produced by Ryan Raake.
A Christmas Gift
A girl comes out to her seemingly homophobic mom who remembers what it was like to fall in love with her passed husband. Written, Directed, and Produced by Ryan Raake.
Class of 2022 Video Yearbook
A film of the graduating class of 2022 highlighting the senior’s last year at St. Mary’s High School Woodstock in a video yearbook. Written, Directed, and Produced by Ryan Raake.
Adieu
Two teenagers in high school Riley and Greta have a close relationship, they are best friends who are there for each other through thick and thin, until Greta leaves Riley. Written, Directed, and Produced by Ryan Raake.
A Noir World Rose
This short film was made in the inspiration of my journey getting the struggles in life when depressed. Even though 2020 for most was an awful year, distance and isolation made it easier for me to get through what happened in 2019. With 2021 being the new year this film was perfect for me to post with a fresh start, continuing my filmmaking journey and moving forward. Written, Directed, and Produced by Ryan Raake.
The 74th Hunger Games – Fan Film
Katniss and Peeta’s journey throughout the 74th annual Hunger Games. A fan made recreation of scenes in 2012’s The Hunger Games. The tribute parade, the cornucopia bloodbath, Rue’s death, and Katniss and Peeta winning the games. Directed and Edited by Ryan Raake.
Planetary Polaroid
An experimental film exploring the feeling of dream-like visions as a polaroid travels through space taking snippets of its journey. Directed, Edited, and Produced by Ryan Raake.
Why Unions Matter
A short film scholarship entry about why unions matter. Directed and Edited by Ryan Raake.