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The First Wave

The cure is just the beginning.

Horror
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2014-01-10
7m
English
Released

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Following the outbreak of an aggressive virus, a young woman awakes in a hospital bed. As the horrifying events that led her there are revealed, it becomes clear that the cure is just the beginning. This short film is a prequel for the feature film, The Third Wave, which was written at the Binger FilmLab 2012. The project also won the Best Story Pitch award at the Edinburgh Film Festival, June 2012.

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About The First Wave

The cure is just the beginning.

Following the outbreak of an aggressive virus, a young woman awakes in a hospital bed. As the horrifying events that led her there are revealed, it becomes clear that the cure is just the beginning. This short film is a prequel for the feature film, The Third Wave, which was written at the Binger FilmLab 2012. The project also won the Best Story Pitch award at the Edinburgh Film Festival, June 2012. Running 7 minutes.

The First Wave Cast and Characters

The cast features Jane McGrath (as Allison), Frank McCusker (as Doctor), Amy Dunne (as Girl), Mark Huberman (as Dad), and Rebecca Grimes (as Nurse). Their performances are a major reason The First Wave has built such a passionate audience.

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Why People Are Watching The First Wave

The First Wave flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Where can I watch The First Wave online for free?

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How long is The First Wave?

The First Wave runs for 7 minutes (about 0.1 hour).

Is The First Wave good? What's the rating?

The First Wave holds a 5.1/10 rating based on 7 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of The First Wave?

The main cast includes Jane McGrath, Frank McCusker, Amy Dunne, and Mark Huberman, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

Is The First Wave available in English?

Yes — The First Wave was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.

When was The First Wave released?

The First Wave was released in 2014.

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What is The First Wave about?

The First Wave is a Horror English-language film. Following the outbreak of an aggressive virus, a young woman awakes in a hospital bed. As the horrifying events that led her there are revealed, it becomes clear that the cure is just the beginning. This short film is a prequel for the feature film, The Third Wave, which was written at the Binger FilmLab 2012. The project also won the Best Story Pitch award at the Edinburgh Film Festival, June 2012.

When was The First Wave released?

The First Wave was released on January 10, 2014. It has a runtime of 7m.

Who stars in The First Wave?

The First Wave stars Jane McGrath, Frank McCusker, Amy Dunne and Mark Huberman. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

Is The First Wave available in HD?

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