Project Detail

Ho Ho Ho

Synopsis

A poignant comedy drama following a small boy's determined attempts to reaffirm his belief in Santa Claus. His efforts gradually reveal to each member of the family that their own lives are as fragile as his world of make-believe. The film sensitively portrays conflict in families and the strain of Christmas, and explores why many people tell cruel truths and kind lies.

Details

Year
2001
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
11 mins
Format
35mm, Optical
Director
J J Keith
Producer
Polly Duval
Editor
William Webb
Screenwriter
Cas Willing
Director of Photography
Adam Suschitzky
Sound
Michael Corden (sound editor), John Falcini (re-recording mixer), MartinTrevis (sound recordist)
Composer
Andrew Phillips
Principal cast
Lesley Manville, Adrian Dunbar, Thomas Brown-Lowe, CJ Lazell

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Production Status

Production Company

Alchymie Ltd.

Contact: Polly Duval
67 Pall Mall
London SW1Y 5PA
UK

T 020 7930 9312 / 07770 887553

pollyduval@aol.com

Sales Company

Alchymie Ltd.

Contact: Polly Duval
67 Pall Mall
London SW1Y 5PA
UK

T 020 7930 9312 / 07770 887553

pollyduval@aol.com

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