A diverse selection of subject matter from the hilarious to the moving, makes up the fourth programme of short films from this year’s exposures: new talent in moving image festial.
Elton’s Coming
Dir. Harry Farnham; University of Salford
Market traders of Manchester’s Smithfield Market recount their stories about Elton John’s passion for the market and the people who occupy it.
The Fisherman
Dir. Derek Beaumont; University of Bradford
A holiday souvenir seizes his chance to escape from the confines of life on a desk.
Sanctuary
Dir. Kris Walker; University of Salford
A 14 year old boy who lives on the streets and steals what he can tries to evade the men who pursue him.
The Land on Which We Stand
Dir. Becky Payne; University of Manchester
This documentary follows the life of a community developing an off-grid self sufficient permaculture project in rural Devon as they fight for planning permission.
On The Edge
Dir. Tom Day; University of Bristol
After months of meticulous planning, Gary wants everything to be just right. Is that really too much to ask?