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Roots

Synopsis

A poetic, experimental short film exploring the filmmaker's personal journey of masculine identity and the harmful attributes associated with masculinity. The earth cracks and gives way as a man is born to the stars. However, deep underground a seed takes root, sending its poison to the surface.
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Details

Year
2021
Type of film
Shorts
Running time
17 min 48 sec
Format
Digital
Director
Danny Helme
Editor
Danny Helme
Screenwriter
Danny Helme
Director of Photography
Danny Helme, James Nash, Jenny Procida
Sound
Danny Helme
Music
Skidmore College orchestra
Principal cast
Danny Helme

Genre

Experimental Horror Fantasy Sci-Fi

Categories

Fiction Artist Project and Video / Experimental

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Puzzle Piece Film

Oaklands
Six Arches Lane
Scorton
Lancs
PR3 1AL

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