To Shine Again
Director: Marcell Leon Viragh
Narrative Short
Drama, Psychological Thriller |
USA, Hungary |
23 min
A psychological thriller about the relationship between the Self, Ego, and Inner Child.
Trapped in a relentless loop within his mind by his overprotective alter ego, Jon must break free or risk being lost to his subconscious forever. As memory, reality, and imagination begin to blur, his inner world grows increasingly unstable.
A haunting exploration of identity, trauma, and the inner voices that shape who we become.
Screens in Shorts Program: Celebrate the Night
Shorts Program: Celebrate the Night
The Axelrod Performing Arts CenterShorts Program: Celebrate the Night
The Axelrod Performing Arts Center
| Ticket Type | Price | Qty. | Add To Cart |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shorts Program: Celebrate the Night 6/07 8:00PM Axelrod | $20 |
Director’s bio:
Marcell Leon Viragh was born and raised in Budapest, Hungary, where he learned Hungarian, English, German, and French at the Austrian School in Budapest and at Lauder Javne School.
After finishing his studies at the University of Exeter Business School in England, he joined the production company Umbrella Collective as a “One Man Army”. Later, he created his own media house, focusing on podcasts, corporate communication videos and documentaries. He worked with companies such as Red Bull, Bosch, AMCHAM, United Way, and Forbes.
Marcell Leon graduated from The Los Angeles Film School with Summa Cum Laude in 2025 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Film Production, Directing Orientation. He wrote and directed multiple short films, including DREAMS, BETRAYAL, and his thesis TO SHINE AGAIN. His short film PROPOSAL was selected for four film festivals and won in ten different categories, including Best First-Time Director.