MA Acting for Screen 2023 - Six Short Films

Beltane

Written & directed by Carys Watford

Produced by Amanda Brennan

When two old college friends reunite for a hike through a remote English village on May Day weekend, they discover it to be hiding a terrifying tradition.

Taxi

Directed by Carys Watford

Written by Martha Watson Allpress

Produced by Amanda Brennan

As two strangers open the door to a taxi at the same moment, a showdown commences over who will win out.

Animals

Directed by Luca Nappa

Written by Sid Sager

Produced by Amanda Brennan

A group of friends accidentally hit something in the road on their way home from a party. Conflict brews when they discover what it is.

Cocktale

Directed by Robyn McHarry

Written by Molly Owen-Schwarm

Produced by Amanda Brennan

How easy is it to find true love? The appearance of a stranger brings some words of wisdom which proves to be a make or break for a relationship.

Section 2

Directed by Robyn McHarry

Written by Pete Imms

Produced by Amanda Brennan

After 28 days a man is assessed to see if he is well enough to go home. His close friends struggle to navigate this system and to do the right thing.
 

Shortage

Written & directed by Luca Nappa

Produced by Amanda Brennan

A group of friends’ birthday dinner takes a turn for the worst when news breaks that the UK is on the brink of a wine shortage. As panic buying quickly engulfs London.