Project Detail

Across Still Water

Synopsis

John is 32. Diagnosed with a devastating eye condition he is gradually losing his sight. Urged by those around him to make difficult decisions he seeks solace in his love of night fishing guided by his young friend Ben in a journey requiring real patience and fortitude.

Details

Year
2014
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
12 mins 51 secs
Format
HDV
Director
Ruth Grimberg
Producer
Claire Levy
Editor
Catherine Arend
Director of Photography
Ruth Grimberg
Sound
Tim Bamber

Categories

Production Status

Production Company

Ruth Grimberg and Claire Levy

Claire Levy
E claire@clairelevy.co.uk

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