This programme features a selection of compelling films. Everything from a comedy drama about a body popping plague to a documentary focusing on the lives of Peter and Margaret, who have both recently ‘come out’ in their 50’s.
Like Joe, Loathe Joe
Dir. Jim Morgan, Manchester Metropolitan University.
As families fall apart, friendships are tested.
Paradis
Dir. Adrian Maganza, The Arts University College at Bournemouth.
Only a rose will get you inside Paradis.
Keep the Flags Flying
Dir. Adam Georgiou, Staffordshire University.
A journey through one of the world’s greatest pottery factories which now lies in ruins.
Sprinkles
Dir. Chloe Rodham, UCA Farnham.
A tale of ‘mist’ opportunities.
Kyle
Dir. Amy Lisa Hill, Staffordshire University.
Stacey, an outspoken schoolgirl, is followed home by the oddball who is Kyle.
Fragile
Dir. Richard Burnside, The Arts University College at Bournemouth.
A man seeks revenge after the last piece of his prized teapot collection is recklessly destroyed.
Latecomers
Dir. Olivia Humphreys, Goldsmiths University of London.
Peter and Margaret have both recently ‘come out’ in their 50’s and talk about how their lives have changed since.
Ready or Not
Dir. Mark Kuczewski, Staffordshire University.
Wandering around an empty London, Chris is confronted by a hooded figure.
Moths
Dir. Rose Glass, London College of Communication, University of the Arts.
Two lonely neighbours spend their nights watching each other through a tiny hole in the wall.
Hidden in Arrasene
Dir. Cherish Barrow, Norwich University College of the Arts.
A small boy embarks on a wondrous magical search for his grandmother’s lost wedding ring.
Choreomania
Dir. Louis Paxton, Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama.
Glasgow is overwhelmed by a hysterical, body popping plague.