Written and directed by Derek Weatherdon, Ring Rats follows the journey of Larissa Greenwood (Samuelle Weatherdon) to becoming the world’s next big wrestling sensation, and Waldo Breen (Brad Brackenridge) a washed up former Wrestler, on his journey of realizing what it’s like to love something that doesn’t love you back.
What is Ring Rats?
What Is Ring Rats?
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Meet The Team
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Director
The Founder and Artist Director of Planet 12 Productions, Derek is an accomplished Playwright, Director, Musician, and Educator. His knowledge of the script and characters, of visual storytelling, and outside the box creativity ensure a strong creative vision.
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Producer/Cinematographer
With an extensive background both in front of and behind the camera spanning decades, Adam brings a unique eye and passion to the project, providing insight to best lensing the adaptation from an experienced Actor’s eye, as well as that of a Cinematographer. Instagram | Website
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Actor, Larissa Greenwood
An accomplished emerging actress with a resume featuring over 50 stage appearances, short films, and national advertising campaigns, Samuelle’s passion and talent for performance is demonstrated in full through her dedication to her roles, whether in a leading or supporting position.
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Actor, Waldo Breen
Award-winning Artist, Puppeteer, Actor, and creator, Brad is a frequent collaborator with Planet 12.
The role of Waldo was written specifically for Brad. One of the most prolific and recognizable performance artists in Peterborough, Brad brings a deep understanding of his character that will translate perfectly from the stage to the screen.
PRESS
Global News
Director and Writer Derek Weatherdon, Lead Actress Samuelle Weatherdon, and Producer/Cinematographer Adam Martignetti were interviewed by Global News Peterborough about their production Ring Rats. Read the article here!
Director and Writer Derek Weatherdon spoke with Scott Arnold from Oldies 96.7 FM and PTBOToday about production on the Ring Rats film. Check out the article here!
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Our Friends
Ring Rats could not have happened without the support and passion of our community, whether through donating to our crowdfunding campaign, providing props, locations, catering, or offering their time.
Fork It Restaurant in Peterborough, Ontario generously provided their facilities to act as a location for the film. They offer a great menu and are open early every day of the week!
Fork It Restaurant
Where Ring Rats began as a stage show, The Theater On King (TTOK) has been an incubator for and ardent supporter of the creative arts in Peterborough, Ontario.
The Theater On King
Great Canadian Wrestling is a wrestling federation based out of Oshawa, Ontario that travels throughout the province performing amazing shows with top teir wrestling.
Great Canadian Wrestling
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