Pulling Teeth
Synopsis
Co-created with non-actors and their lived experiences, the film follows Damian, a resourceful hustler, who grinds out a hand-to-mouth existence selling stolen e-bike batteries, and breaking into construction sites stealing metal to sell for scrap. This daily struggle has fractured his relationships, especially with an ex-partner and young daughter who is growing ever more distant. When a tenuous involvement with an older woman ends, Damian is forced to confront his growing isolation on the streets of a city he no longer recognises.
Details
- Year
- 2026
- Type of project
- Features
- Running time
- 78 min
- Format
- 4k Video
- Director
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David Alamouti 1st Feature
- Producer
- Nicholas Nazari
- Editor
- Julien Testa
- Director of Photography
- Nic Nazari
- Production Designer
- Zoha Zokaei
- Sound
- Rob Szeliga
- Principal cast
- Damian Smith, Tracey Phillips, Lola Phillips
Genre
Categories
Production Status
Production Company
Inovi UK
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