#padlock 2017

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Some behind the scenes photography from the set of Padlock shot by David J Prior.

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Padlock (2017) - Other Julie

Antonia played the role of "Other Julie" in the 2017 short film Padlock.

Created to raise awareness about men experiencing domestic violence, Padlock tells the story of Matt (Valmike Rampersade), a man trapped in an abusive relationship with his girlfriend Julie. Antonia shares the role of Julie with Gina Bramhill, with Gina depicting the softer, sweeter "Good Julie." While the rest of the world only ever sees this version of Julie, Matt walks on eggshells around her knowing that any misstep will lead to Antonia's wrathful "Other Julie" emerging.

Padlock is difficult to watch in all the ways that it should be. Antonia puts on an incredibly powerful performance, showing the full spectrum of an abuser from sudden, explosive anger to cold, calculating manipulation. This one's absolutely worth a watch, but with a heavy content warning as the material in it could be very triggering.

The entire 18 minute short film is available to watch free on Vimeo.