Welcome to the Plymouth Film Festival

Building on the rich tradition of film in the city, we will be showcasing a selection of the best short films from both local, national and international film-making talent.

The Plymouth film festival takes place in the Plymouth Arts Centre on the 17th May 2014 and is an opportunity to watch some amazing short films, and for filmmakers to showcase their work and be rewarded and recognised for it.

FESTIVAL SCREENINGS

With each category shortlisted to just 8-10 films, you have the opportunity to watch the pick of the submissions and place your all important vote for the prestigious Audience Choice award.

SHOWING TIMES

Best Of The South West Nominees

Documentary Film Nominees

Student Film Nominees

Fiction Film Nominees Final Screening will be followed by an award presentation and networking event in the Plymouth Arts Centre bar.

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Best Fiction Film

Best Documentary Film

Best South West Film

Best Student Film

Audience Choice Award

Grand Prix Award

AWARDS

Plymouth film festival is open to everyone, regardless of age, experience or genre of film.

BEST FICTION FILM NOMINATIONS

Open to any genre of fiction film including animation, and experimental.

Camelot - Robin Mason (Drama)Nothing ever came easy to Claudia, she had to fight for everything she ever got. The one thing she was promised was a 1981 Ford Capri, a gem of a car that her father had restored to a near new condition. However, when hard times fell on the family, the car was sold, and Claudia’s dreams of escape dissipated. When Claudia discovers the car back up for sale there’s nothing she won’t do to get it back.

The Acrobat - Gerardo Herrero (Drama)Every forty seconds a person commits suicide in the world. This is the story of one of them.

Ain’t No Fish - Michael Cash (Animated Musical Comedy)Set to the music and lyrics of Sigman and Russell and performed by Hoagy Carmichael. It’s an ‘easy-go-lucky’ song about fishing performed by seals in the Arctic and it’s slowly revealed in the background why there ‘Ain’t No Fish.’

Dos Caras (Two Face) - Francisco Bendomir (Comedy Drama)Sergio discovers that his girlfriend’s grandmother is hiding an old Russian jewel in her house which really catches his eye. (subs)

C.T.R.L - Mariana Conde (Action Comedy)A young man’s attempt at a first contact with a love interest is hijacked in a most entertaining way.

Waking Marshall Walker - Bjorn Thorstad, Gabriel Baron (Drama)An encounter with a mysterious stranger sends Marshall Walker on a desperate race through memory and time to reunite with his estranged daughter Charlotte and undo a fateful mistake, or risk being trapped between worlds forever.

One Man’s Loss - Philip Sansom (Comedy Drama)A down and out vagabond’s luck is dramatically altered when he treads on a piece of glass outside the apartment of an arguing couple. You never know what fate is about to throw your way.

The Present - Dino Kazamia (Drama)A mechanic celebrates his birthday in the company of his pet dog. During a day working peacefully alone he is visited by his estranged father who leaves a birthday card. Memories of a troubled past invade his thoughts.

(Best Fiction Film Category Approx. runtime: 1hr 50mins)

BEST FICTION FILM NOMINATIONS

Open to any genre of fiction film including animation, and experimental.

Passing By - Palle Nodeland (Comedy)Day after day Thomas, the human statue, stands on various streets of London watching the world pass him by. The one thing he wants more than anything else is to be noticed and meet that someone special.

Rob ‘n’ Ron - Peter Smith (Animated Comedy)In a miniature spaghetti western live two outlaw brothers; Rob and Ron. Rob is planning their biggest heist yet, but then disaster strikes. Can Rob save the day?

Chambre Double (Double Room) - Mathieu Mortelmans (Thriller)Gilles is a doctor. After a procedure, in the middle of the night he ends up in a small hotel in a downtown area. As soon as Gilles enters his room, the hotel receptionist knocks on his door and asks Gilles to help care for a young woman who was badly beaten… (subs)

(Best Fiction Film Category Approx. runtime: 1hr 50mins)

BEST DOCUMENTARY FILM NOMINATIONS

Open to all film-makers and documentary films.

Engineering the London Underground - Jevan ChowdhuryA film celebrating the illustrious 150 year history of London’s Tube network and the vital role that civil engineers played in delivering one of the world’s first and busiest transport networks.

The Salmon Smoker - Nikolaj BelzerA short documentary about a renowned urban artisanal salmon smoker, this film explores Ole Hansen’s very own world and his radical individualist approach to life.

Le Skate Moderne - Antoine Besse“Le Skate Moderne” brings us a group of skateboarders who think nothing of taking to the mud and skating through the unusual and atypical surroundings of the French countryside.

The Bird Man of Red Road - Chris LeslieBuilt in 1967, the Red Road flats in Glasgow were once home to over 4500 people. Now most of the blocks have been emptied and demolition has already begun. Jamal Hamad, a failed Iraqi Kurdish asylum seeker, has lived alone in one block for several months. Living in the block alone is dangerous; but Jamal sees no other choice.

Time on the Hill - Ryan DeanTime on the Hill will take the viewer on a stunning journey through the process of deer stalking across the beautiful valleys and mountains of the Scottish Highlands from a perspective rarely seen.

Seams and Embers - Claire LamondYoung Jim follows his coal-mining forefathers into a rough working life underground, while diehard miners from the Midlothian mining community in Scotland tell of how a rugged industry died hard.

Born to be Mild - Andy OxleyThe modern world is constantly speeding up. But not for the Dull Men’s Club - a group of men quite content with not setting the world on fire.

Old, Grey and Fast - Carrie HillA short documentary about Devon based ex-professional cyclist, Colin Lewis. Twice National Road Race Champion and Olympian, at the age of 71 Colin still rides competitively. From the price of potatoes to the Tour de France start line, the film offers a glimpse of the racing career and retirement of this creative and determined character.

(Best Documentary Film Category Approx. runtime: 1hr 17mins)

BEST SOUTH WEST FILM NOMINATIONS

Celebrating the best film-making talent within the local area.

Visiting Hour - Jojo Moreschi (Psychological Drama)A son traces his father for a final family reunion but both men are in for a surprise.

Born to be Mild - Andy Oxley (Documentary)The modern world is constantly speeding up. But not for the Dull Men’s Club - a group of men quite content with not setting the world on fire.

The Nicest Daughter - Damon Foster (Horror)Anna is refusing to sleep with the light off after the break up of her parent’s marriage; her relationship with her mother is at breaking point and is about to be tested even further.

Old, Grey and Fast - Carrie Hill (Documentary)A short documentary about Devon based ex-professional cyclist, Colin Lewis. Twice National Road Race Champion and Olympian, at the age of 71 Colin still rides competitively. From the price of potatoes to the Tour de France start line, the film offers a glimpse of the racing career and retirement of this creative and determined character.

Keepsake - Andy Robinson (Drama)Alec Mitchell is suffering from the latter stages of Alzheimer’s disease. The accumulated lifetime of memories that have made him who he is have eroded away until he connects with nothing. But one memory refuses to be completely extinguished...

Dog - Brett Harvey (Comedy)A short film about a very naughty beast.

The Life of Brians - Andy Oxley, Joshua Gaunt (Documentary)An experimental documentary about life, death and the universe starring 6 men called Brian. Using original and found footage, ‘The Life of Brians’ brings to life the thoughts and philosophies of six ordinary men as they contemplate their place on this earth.

(Best South West Film Category Approx. runtime: 1hr 07mins)

BEST STUDENT FILM NOMINATIONS

Open to anyone currently in education, for any genre of film.

Mona - Barbosa Alexis (Science-Fiction)Gary, a robotics engineer, has developed a domestic android named Mona. He brings the humanoid robot home to carry out some tests. How will Gary ‘s wife Marie react? (subs)

Golf All - Philipp Maas, Kim Liersch (Animated Comedy)Karli the cute alien from the star system Kokolorion is definitely a professional golfer. He plays the perfect match and reaches the 100th hole of one of the most difficult parcours in the known universe - but then the most unlikely thing happens...

A Journey Far Away - Kurt Platvoet (Fantasy Drama)The story of a lonely bookshop owner who one day discovers his limbs are leaving him. An old man, who also suffers from this forgotten disease, tells him about an ancient cure. Together they must make a journey far away...

For Her - Bradley Stearn (Comedy)A short film that identifies with Ricky during a tough time in his life.

Glyn - Yann Gorriz (Drama)Glyn is a 10 year-old Welsh boy who lives in an isolated area and dreams to become an astronaut. He finds refuge in a caravan adjacent to his house to escape from his authoritarian dad. Glyn’s friend Rhodri is moving from the area and soon Glyn will be alone again. (subs)

Peaks Of Life - Kris Forrest (Documentary)Peaks Of Life is the story of upcoming Downhill Mountain bike rider Tom Wheeler, who two years ago sustained a life changing injury while competing in Rheola, Wales.

Revolve - Andreas Olenberg (Thriller)Six people get together in the middle of nowhere to play a game with high stakes and uncompromising rules. A rotating revolver between them. There can be only one winner... (subs)

Timothy - Marc Martínez Jordán (Horror)Simon is a little boy that has to deal with his babysitter, Sonia, a total nuisance. But that same night Simon will receive and unexpected visitor, Timothy, the main character from his favourite show. It will be a night he will never forget. (subs)

(Best Student Film Category Approx. runtime: 1hr 20mins)

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THANKS TO ALL OUR SPONSORSPlymouth Film Festival would like to thank its generous contributors for all their help, without them this event would have not been possible.

Aletalk Productions An award winning production company specialising in promotional documentaries.

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