Projects in genres: Drama

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On her brother’s wedding day, Best Man Manvir faces an ultimatum from her mother - shave her beard or be banned from the celebration. As pressure to conform mounts, Manvir must choose between family approval and staying true to herself. Official Selection Tasveer Film Festival 2025

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A group of teenagers fall desperately in love with the same person. As their attempts to impress their crush and one-up each other get more and more dramatic, conflict is inevitable. Official Selection International Short Film Festival Oberhausen 2025 - Official Competition

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Armed with hacking skills, social engineering tactics, and cryptocurrency expertise, four teenage slackers attempt the cyberheist of the century from their bedrooms as they plot to steal £24M from a tech billionaire’s crypto wallet. However, the aftermath proves just as dramatic as the thrilling heist itself... A raw and compelling look into the lives of teenagers in today’s tech-driven world. Official Selection SXSW Film & TV Festival 2025 - World premiere

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Present day Bristol. A Serbian ex-addict turned drug counsellor uses his passion for Balkan music to stay afloat and fight his unrelenting demons. But will it be enough to maintain his most cherished relationship with his daughter? Based on a true story, SURVIVING EARTH follows Vlad, a Serbian immigrant who came to the UK in the '90s after fleeing the Yugoslav Wars. An ex heroin addict and now drug counsellor living in the eclectic vibes of Bristol – he decides to start a balkan band with his friends from rehab and bring his roots and love for music to the city. A renegade by nature – he rebels against any systemic form and although the band is excelling, his responsibilities are rapidly falling apart – including the relationship with his daughter, Maria. Having always struggled with his past and self-forgiveness he must find reasons to stay afloat and the strength to fight against a potential relapse. Official Selection SXSW Film & TV Festival 2025 - World premiere Official Selection Edinburgh International Film Festival 2025 Official Selection Sarajevo Film Festival 2025

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Two parents enter a race against time when they receive a distressing late-night phone call from their daughter after she caused a tragic car accident. Official Selection SXSW Film & TV Festival 2025 - World premiere

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Following Lucy, a 23 year old newly qualified teacher, through her first year of teaching. A bright yet unflinching glimpse into the British school system, all set within the walls of Lucy's classroom. Official Selection Flickerfest 2026

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Aella embodies the essence of the wind-restless, elusive, and perpetually in motion. Driven by a deep-seated fear of stillness, she seeks refuge on the coast. In the midst of this turmoil, an agoraphobic older woman observes Aella's manic movements on the beach and descends to offer solace.

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Phil Mercer is a dreamer who thinks he can defy the odds of today’s ever more precarious music biz to emerge successful. His path is reliant on his wife Becky whose emotional and financial support keeps the dream alive. A wake up call beckons.

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Not just a film about war or emigration, but a story about a generation growing up between two worlds, learning to find its place in a new reality while holding on to its roots. It is also a story of a mother’s love - steadfast, nurturing and unwavering - as she stands by her child through uncertainty, offering reassurance, strength and a sense of belonging wherever they go. The sequel to the documentary film WOMEN delves into the lives of Ukrainian children who fled their homeland with their mothers because of the war. Three years have passed since they began adapting to life in the UK. How has the war changed them? What have they lost and what have they gained in their new home? Through the stories of Mariia, Sonya, Manya and Timofii, the film explores how children experience emigration, build new lives, integrate into society and dream about their futures. The film offers insight into the strength of family bonds, cultural identity and the resilience of young minds. The deep connection between mother and child is the heart of this film, showing how love becomes the anchor that helps them navigate life between two worlds.

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Cumbria, 1998. Terrified he's turned his son queer, closeted dad Rich plots to rig his local pub's Christmas turkey draw to prove what it means to be a real man.

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"I choose not to bring this into our home.” “Well it is in our home, isn’t it?” Newlyweds Jeremy and Norah have recently moved to Ashford, Kent, where they’re trying to start a family, guided by their friendly and punctual fertility app, Try-cycle. Norah, a teacher in a local school, is deeply immersed in the news and social media landscapes, finding validation and purpose through her online interactions. Meanwhile Jeremy, a doctor in a London hospital, yearns for a life less impacted by the plight of others, seeking technology to numb himself from modern day life through the dopamine hits of swipes and likes. As both local and international events take place with direct implications for the couple, Jeremy prefers not to know what is happening, choosing not to read the news at all. But Norah does, a lot. As Norah consumes more and more news, eventually, will it consume her? In a world more globally linked than ever, this thrilling psychological drama explores the role of empathy, where the couple's social media consumptions, communities and world views, differ drastically. A heartfelt exploration of love, loneliness and humanity, when we can't switch off in an “always-on” digital age.

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A haunting, introspective sci-fi drama that delves into the depths of grief and loss against the backdrop of a futuristic world. The story follows Ursula, a young pregnant woman whose life is upended when she is abruptly ejected from Alexandria, a pioneering scientific space station that once served as a beacon of hope for humanity’s survival after the mass evacuation of Earth. Ursula’s journey, initially driven by the desperate search for the father of her unborn child, transforms into a poignant exploration of her own sorrow and resilience. As she navigates the harsh realities of a world where survival is uncertain, Ursula encounters Noah, another soul who has been cast off from society. Together, they grapple with the choices that led to their exile, the weight of their pasts, and the overwhelming grief that binds them. The film explores the echoes of Ursula’s late mother, whose tragic death haunts her every step, shaping her decisions and her understanding of loss. As Ursula and Noah traverse the desolate landscape of their fractured existence, they are forced to confront the pain of their shared and individual grief, finding unexpected solace in their companionship. Official Selection Manchester Film Festival 2025