A Message from Martha

A Message from Martha

2025 · 10 min · Drama

Two young women, Leah and Ellinor, venture into a dimly lit sports bar with a single goal: to confront a man who hurt Leah's sister, Marta. As their plan unfolds, the tension escalates, revealing the lengths they are willing to go for justice. Set against a backdrop of moral ambiguity, "A message from Martha" is a gripping tale of courage, fear, and the quest for redemption.

Directed by Elia Biondi · Written by Elia Biondi

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