Project Detail

Waiting for Movement

Synopsis

As a young couple discuss the idea of giving up smoking, the sounds of a neighbouring argument spill into their flat. The argument makes them question their own marriage, while doing nothing about the neighbouring situation.

Meanwhile, a young teenager argues with his mother as he tries to sneak out to a party with friends. His mother blackmails him into staying home, using his guilt against him.

Details

Year: 2006
Type of film: Shorts
Running time: 10 mins
Format: HD Cam
Director: Hong Khaou
Producer: Angie Daniell
Editor: Mark Towns
Screenwriter: Hong Khaou
Director of Photography: Trevor Forrest
Sound: Pete Cowasji
Music: Futurista

Genre

Asian Black Drama

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Red Leader Industries Ltd

18-20 Scrutton Street
London EC2A 4RX
UK

T+44 (0)20 7655 4555

studio@redleader.co.uk

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www.redleader.co.uk

Sales Company

Red Leader Industries Ltd

18-20 Scrutton Street
London EC2A 4RX
UK

T +44 (0)20 7655 4555

studio@redleader.co.uk

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www.redleader.co.uk

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