Elizabeth Anderson stars opposite David Morrissey in Inflicted Kindness

Elizabeth Anderson plays Tillie in Inflicted Kindness

Rising talent Elizabeth Anderson delivers a compelling performance in Inflicted Kindness, a 2025 short film directed by Gaia Dzhahinian and produced at the National Film and Television School. The film follows weary DS Thompson and Tillie, a bold homeless teenager, whose unexpected connection forces him to confront long-buried guilt and emotional turmoil.​

We are delighted to share that Inflicted Kindness has been selected for the prestigious Manchester Film Festival 2026, a BAFTA and BIFA-qualifying festival that showcases distinctive new voices in independent cinema. This selection places the film, and Elizabeth’s nuanced work in it, alongside an exciting line-up of UK and international titles, marking an important next step in the project’s festival journey.

Elizabeth’s role sits at the heart of a story that explores responsibility, compassion, and how acts of “kindness” can both heal and harm. Her performance anchors the emotional stakes of the film, bringing depth and vulnerability to a narrative that lingers long after the credits roll.

Inflicted Kindness will premiere at Manchester Film Festival 2026, with further festival dates to be announced. Keep an eye on this space for screening details, tickets, and news of Elizabeth Anderson’s next projects