PERMANENT SCAR
NARRATIVE SHORT | 2025
A withdrawn young woman befriends a precocious little girl grieving a recent tragedy, and as their inexplicable bond deepens, she realizes she may be the only one who can help her heal.
Permanent Scar is a poignant reflection on the nature of grief and a powerful directorial debut by Ally Betker.
Written & Directed by: ALLY BETKER | Produced by: MEGAN DUFFEY | Cinematography: BOBBY DAVIDSON | Edited by: TYRONE RHABB | Music Supervisor: MOLLY SALAS
Starring: ARCADIA SQUIRES, ELOUISE CABACO, MICHAEL CUOMO, BROOKE B. SINCLAIR, & JAMAR ARTHUR
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ST. LOUIS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, 2026
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GREENPOINT FILM FESTIVAL, 2025
RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL, 2025
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