Project Detail

The Trinket-Maker

Synopsis

Wendell's home in the clouds is unusual and beautiful, as are the objects he creates, but his is a lonely life. When a chance encounter seems to offer him an earthier alternative, Wendell isn't sure if he dares put his feet on the ground.

Details

Year
2003
Type of project
Shorts
Running time
8 mins
Format
Beta SP, DigiBeta
Director
Paul Daley
Producer
Zorana Piggott (first film)
Editor
Cinzia Baldessari
Screenwriter
Paul Daley, Antonia Baldo
Director of Photography
Caitlin Buchanan
Sound
Daniel Goganian, Tom Thorley
Composer
Quentin Thomas

Production Status

Production Company

National Film and Television School

Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road
Beaconsfield, Bucks HP9 1LG
UK

T +44 (0)1494 731457

festivals@nftsfilm-tv.ac.uk

Sales Company

National Film and Television School

Beaconsfield Studios, Station Road
Beaconsfield, Bucks HP9 1LG
UK

T +44 (0)1494 731457

festivals@nftsfilm-tv.ac.uk

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