Project Detail

A Moment Frozen

Synopsis

Frozen within the memory of a single violent moment, a woman describes the events, thoughts and feelings that led her to this place.
Official Selection PÖFF Shorts - Tallinn Black Nights Film Festival 2023

Details

Year
2023
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
12 min 18 sec
Director
Jack Wake-Walker
Producer
Jack Wake-Walker, Alican Acar
Editor
Jack Wake-Walker
Screenwriter
Jack Wake-Walker
Principal cast
Derin Arduman

Production Status

Production Company

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