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Life in Miniature

Synopsis

Kath is an artist of the everyday. Inspired by the world around her, Kath's creations are keenly observed, and a far cry from the genteel pieces her contemporaries produce. A proud Yorkshire-woman, Kath reflects on her life and art as she carves her place in the precious world of miniatures.
Official Selection Sheffield Doc/Fest 2018 - World premiere
Official Selection Sundance Film Festival 2019 - International premiere
Official Selection SXSW 2019 - Festival Favorites
Official Selection Hot Docs 2019 - World Showcase

Details

Year
2018
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
4 mins 41 secs
Format
Digital
Director
Ellen Evans
Producer
Ellen Evans
Editor
Jon Crook
Director of Photography
Tom Doran
Sound
Soundnode
Composer
Danyal Dhondy
Principal cast
Kath Holden, Margaret Shaw
Colourist
Chris Bell

Genre

Woman Director

Categories

Documentary

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Ellen Evans

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