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Nocturne

Synopsis

Nocturne is a dreamlike romance with a sinister edge. Set in the Edwardian era it tells the story of a watch-smith who becomes obsessed with a young seamstress. The watch-smith's obsession leads him to dream worlds where he finds the power to bend events to his advantage. He uses his craft to alter time and ultimately makes his desires a reality.

Details

Year
2011
Type of project
Shorts
Format
DVCPRO HD
Director
Philip Clark
Producer
Robin Hughes, Trevor Hughes
Editor
Trevor Hughes
Screenwriter
Philip Clark
Director of Photography
Trevor Hughes
Production Designer
Philip Clark
Sound
Arun-Rama Varm
Principal cast
Philip Hughes, Alex Howe, James Clossick, Robin Hughes

Genre

Drama

Categories

Fiction

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Philip Clark

Director
Blistering Pictures
Flat 17 Orchard House
Orchard Road, St George
Bristol BS5 7HS
UK

T +44 (0)7817 736020

philipdanielclark@hotmail.com

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