UNFOLDING
1:45pm • 7th sept • rich mix
Stories of human connection unravel in this stunning selection of beautifully made short dramas.
A true showcase of up-and-coming British talent on and off screen, this awe-inspiring programme is sure to get you ‘in the feels’.
With an introduction by The Shortest Nights’ film festival director and a presentation of the ‘best in category’ award by the festival jury.
UK, Drama, Comedy-Drama (75min)
Far From the Plains
As great storms loom and his mother fades into depression, 14-year-old Frankie finds refuge in a South London stable.
Director. Luigi Sibona
Writers: Niellah Arboine, Luigi Sibona
Producer: Jack Filtness
Key cast: Amari Bacchus, Kojey Radical, Faith Alabi
(16:20min)
The Swing
In a bid to lift Simon's spirits, estranged friend Danny plans an awkward road trip around the Peak District.
Directors: Yaz Al-Shaater, Haz Al-Shaater
Writers: Yaz Al-Shaater, Haz Al-Shaater
Producer: Sean Gonet
Key cast: Michael Grady-Hall, Tom Clegg.
(22min)
Undeletable
Emma has to deliver some news to her Dad's recently confessed lover.
Directors: Benjamin Blaine, Christopher Blaine
Writer: Benjamin Blaine
Producers: Benjamin Blaine, Christopher Blaine
Key Cast: Sophia Di Martino
(6.27min)
In the Clouds
Sara, a six-year-old Iranian refugee, sneaks out with her sister to explore their new London estate, but strange encounters blur the line between reality and imagination.
Director: Alexandra Bahíyyih Wain
Writer: Alexandra Bahíyyih Wain
Producer: Daniel Panyko
Key cast: Nika Roufi, Sophia Akraminejad, Raha Rahbari, Reza Shademan
(13:40min)
Shell
Shell is gender transitioning. Elder sister Jess doesn't want that to happen at all.
Director: Sam Brain
Writer: Sam Brain
Producers: Susie Hunt, Valentina Novakovic, Joanna Vymeris
Ket cast: Alex Brain, Emma Breschi
(16:39min)