Project Detail

Circle Hook

Synopsis

Set against the backdrop of a declining fishing industry in Cornwall - Samuel and his grandson Vinnie wrestle with grief, connection and the pressures of survival. On a day like any other, their bond is tested at sea, leading to an unexpected discovery that offers both hope and a way forward.
A tender story of resilience, tradition and the ways we carry our loved ones with us, even after loss.

Details

Year: 2025
Type of project: Shorts
Running time: 9 min 58 sec
Format: Digital
Director: Maddy Corner
Producer: Haris Salihovic, Sophie MacDonald
Executive Producer: Matthew George-Williams, Joshua J Parker
Editor: Joshua Whitelaw
Screenwriter: Joshua J Parker
Director of Photography: Charlie Key
Production Designer: Mary French
Sound: Daniel Lewis, Ali Zolfaghari
Composer: Ruby Colley
Principal cast: Tim Cartwright, Joshua J Parker
Other Lead Creative(s): Soo Druet, Pete Picton, Heather Mair Thomas, Sophie Elizabeth-MacDonald, Tor Leijten, Hugo Papiernik
Colour Grader: Karol Cybuski, Harbor

Genre

Disabilities Drama Woman Director

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Pictures Paradiso

Matthew George-Williams

Matthewwilliams32@ymail.com

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