
All Too Well: The Short Film(2021)
Short film featuring the extended version of the song “All Too Well” by Taylor Swift. A troubled couple's romance blossoms before it eventually falls apart.


“A first of its kind musical experience.”
When reserved and lonely teenager Fenix meets popular high school girl Scarlett, the two form a bond that shapes the rest of his life.

Sydney Sweeney
Scarlett Smith

Chase Hudson
Fenix James

mgk
Narrator / Performer

Travis Barker
Himself / Performer

blackbear
Himself / Performer

Trippie Redd
Himself / Performer

Iann Dior
Himself / Performer

Jimmy Bennett
Jimmy

jxdn
Mean Jock

Landon Barker
Pink Switchblades Drummer
Downfalls High is a drama, music, romance film released in 2021 exploring themes of depression, high school, mental breakdown, music video, mental institution, downfall. Directed by mgk, it stars Sydney Sweeney, Chase Hudson, mgk. When reserved and lonely teenager Fenix meets popular high school girl Scarlett, the two form a bond that shapes the rest of his life.
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