Project Detail

Downing

Synopsis

Within the backdrop of a vibrant house party, Downing explores the complicated minefield of teenage sexuality as John, the isolated local gay lad, finds an opportunity to exact revenge on his straight oppressor, the popular and handsome Daniel.

Details

Year
2011
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
16 mins
Format
HD
Director
Ben Peters
Producer
Russell Webber
Co-Producer
Hannah Hughlin
Editor
Colette King
Screenwriter
Peter Forbes
Director of Photography
Garry Torrance
Production Designer
Malcolm Morrison, Amanda Alvarellos, Elle Wilson
Sound
Marcin Knyziak
Composer
James Blakstar John
Principal cast
Jamie Brotherston, Ross William Wild, Krystina Coates

Categories

Production Status

Production Company

Screen Academy Scotland

Sales Company

Peccadillo Pictures - UK rights (peccapics.com)

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