Chaos Collective proudly presents the Manchester School of Art Filmmaking Graduate Showcase. The event celebrates the work and resilience of students despite a challenging year, presenting 11 short films ranging from comedy and drama, to romance and thriller. Select films are also followed by a short Q&A with the filmmakers themselves. So, sit back, relax, and roll the film!
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This showcase was created by:
Sam Robson – Presenter
Lauren McCaughey, Joe Phenix and Sam Robson – Producers
Jack Birchall and Calum MacIntyre – Camera Operators
Calum MacIntyre – Sound Recordist
Joe Phenix – Editor
All films and interviews shown were recorded in line with COVID-19 video production regulations.
Program
Brie (dir. Eleanor Roberts) – 12 mins 20 secs
A story of friendship, love, and the hardships along the way.
Q&A after viewing.
Kady Phan (dir. Caitlin MacIntyre) – 7 mins
Follows a social media influencer as her relationships to those closest to her slowly decay.
2 Sisters, 1 Bench (dir. Lauren McCaughey) – 8 mins 3 secs
Two sisters’ incredibly close bond is tested by a burger, chips and a confession.
Q&A after viewing.
Girls (dir. Georgina Hestletine) – 5 mins 59 secs
Two friends take a stand against the patriarchy.
Divided Streams (dir. Sam Robson) – 8 mins 29 secs
A young man is visited by versions of his past.
Q&A after viewing.
Calling All Artists (dir. Sammie Norman) – 9 mins 57 secs
A documentary exploring the effects of COVID-19 in the music industry.
I Love You, Julie (dir. Emma Marjan) – 6 mins 40 secs
A film of toasties, birds, and birdwatching.
Q&A after viewing.
Voicemail (dir. Connor Andrew) – 7 mins 15 secs
A young man reflects on his relationship with his brother.
The Good Wives Guide (dir. Max Cole) – 5 mins 5 secs
A disgruntled housewife finds a 1950s guide on how to keep her husband happy.
Q&A after viewing.
The Wright Way (dir. Georgia Newman) – 10 mins 9 secs
A film about trying to fill the void of seasonal depression.
Black Sheep (dir. Rowan Gill) – 8 min 37 sec
A young woman’s fashion choices lead to an unlikely conversation.
Q&A after viewing.
ANASTASIA_01 (dir. Alexey Golenkov) – 10 min 23 sec
Explores the consequences of surveillance in the modern age.