UNDERDOGs
12pm • 7th sept • rich mix
Heartwarming British documentaries that are sure to put a smile on your face.
Expect cute dogs, eccentric characters and badass ambitions, as these folks do whatever it takes to follow their dreams.
With an introduction by The Shortest Nights’ film festival director and a presentation of the ‘best in category’ award by the festival jury.
UK Documentaries (58min)
How Fast Can You Eat A Pickled Egg?
A heartfelt portrait of a place where tradition is steeped in vinegar—and victory tastes oddly sulphuric.
Director: Daniel England
Producer: David Lankester, Diva Rodriguez, Daniel England
(13:12min)
The Pie Den
The Pie Den tells the story of Dennis ‘Den’ Newman as he prepares for his first pie & mash sale at the Blue Market in Bermondsey.
Director: Eren Kaplan
Producer: Eren Kaplan
(3:59min)
No Rucks Given!
Charting the meteoric rise of top-flight women’s rugby in England from 1984 to present day, this film uncovers the struggles, passion, and game-changing moments that built the women’s club level game.
Director: Somina Fombo
Producer: Jen Sobol, Eleanor Lake, Tim Mackenzie-Smith
(13:30min)
Cahā
The first encounter between two immigrants finding an unexpected connection over a brew in a London teahouse.
Director: Chak Hin Leung
Producer: Joy Sukanya Dakers
(9:40min)
Hustle and Run
The Aces - a ragtag team of women from the Medway towns in Kent - compete in the fast and furriest world of Flyball...“the F1 of dog sports”.
Directors: Jonny Madderson, Jono Stevens
Producer: Sara Conlon
(18:37)