Projects

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An experimental film conveying a positive lived experience of being trans, as a counterpoint to the overwhelmingly negative narratives in the current discourse. This glimmer of hope and optimism, performed by trans artist Toby Vincer, devised with director Sharon Burrell, meditates on Toby’s relationship with their body, the Divine Feminine, and the natural environment.

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After travelling to Italy on the anniversary of her son's death, Magda - a Polish immigrant to Ireland - returns to Donegal, where she has a life-changing encounter with a refugee, newly arrived from Rwanda. Arts Council of Ireland - Authored Works Award 2025 - Irish Film Institute - World premiere

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An animated documentary short about traditional textile crafts. A love letter to the act of hand-making, traditional craft practices, and the people who love them. Stemming from the fear of these art forms slipping away in a society that no longer values the human labour behind them. Official Selection London International Animation Festival 2025 Official Selection Kaboom Animation Festival 2026

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The layered structure on which BROKEN ENGLISH rests is the fictional ‘Ministry of Not Forgetting’ (led by Tilda Swinton and her trusty interviewer George MacKay), who take Marianne Faithful on a journey into a rich and event-filled past. Images, clips and interviews are interspersed with musical responses by Beth Orton, Courtney Love and Nick Cave, creating an inventive and soulful portrait of cultural icon Marianne Faithfull. Official Selection Venice Film Festival 2025 - World premiere Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2025 - Documentary Special Presentation Official Selection Sundance Film Festival 2026 Official Selection CPH:DOX 2026

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A modern-day, London-set take on Shakespeare’s tragedy, exploring race, mental health and inequality. Official Selection Telluride Film Festival 2025 - World premiere Official Selection Toronto International Film Festival 2025 Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2025

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In a forgotten fishing village, a boat mysteriously appears in the old harbour. The Rose of Nevada, lost at sea with all hands 30 years ago, has returned. For the few who remember, it’s a sign. The Rose of Nevada must go out to sea again, maybe then the luck of the devastated village will turn. Nick takes a job aboard the boat in an attempt to provide for his young family. Alongside him, newly arrived Liam joins the crew, desperate to escape his past. They head to sea and after a successful trip return to harbour. But something is amiss. They’ve slipped back in time and the villagers greet them as if they are the original crew. Official Selection Venice Film Festival 2025 - World premiere Official Selection Toronto International Film Festival 2025 Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2025 - Official Competition

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After losing her beloved father, Helen finds herself saved by an unlikely friendship with a stubborn hawk named Mabel. Official Selection Telluride Film Festival 2025 - World premiere Official Selection Zurich Film Festival 2025 - European premiere Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2025

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The story of Agnes - the wife of William Shakespeare - as she struggles to come to terms with the loss of her only son, Hamnet. A human and heart-stopping story as the backdrop to the creation of Shakespeare's most famous play, Hamlet. Official Selection Telluride Film Festival 2025 - World premiere Official Selection Toronto International Film Festival 2025 Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2025

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Famous movie actor Jay Kelly embarks on a journey of self-discovery, confronting his past and present with his devoted manager Ron. Poignant and humor-filled, pitched at the intersection of regrets and glories. Official Selection Venice Film Festival 2025 - World premiere Official Selection Telluride Film Festival 2025 Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2025

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Cherry's neglectful husband departs after placing a secret wager to test her fidelity. Along with her sharp-witted maid, Hero, Cherry must fend off a dangerously seductive visitor: Manfred. Official Selection Venice Critics' Week 2025 - World premiere Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2025 - Closing Night Gala Official Selection International Film Festival Rotterdam 2026

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Following Argiro, a bad-ass farmer, and her best friend, Anneta, a manicurist and local “It” girl, who grew up in the same rural village in northern Greece. As Anneta prepares to leave for the city with her lame cop boyfriend, Argiro entices her to embark on one last adventure - a hike to the legendary, mystical bear cave that has fascinated them since childhood. What begins as a nostalgic journey soon spirals into a tense exploration of their friendship, as deep-seated secrets and betrayals surface. Confronted with their true feelings, Argiro and Anneta must decide whether they end up together. Official Selection Venice Days (Giornate Degli Autori) 2025 - World premiere

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Two 12-year-old best friends wrestle to hold onto their friendship in the wake of a police stop and search. “A personal and classic coming-of-age story, with particular resonance to the times we are currently living in, exploring themes of friendship, grief, masculinity and state violence,” Dhiraj Mahey Official Selection Venice Critics’ Week 2025 - World premiere Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2025 - First Feature Competition Official Selection Chicago International Film Festival 2025 - New Directors Competition