Fanomenon Short Film Competition 3
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Thu 6 Nov17:30Descriptive SubtitlesVue in the Light, LeedsScreen 7
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Fri 7 Nov14:45Descriptive SubtitlesVue in the Light, LeedsScreen 7
 Grandma is Thirsty
George is being bullied, and his new friends promise they can help by making him big and strong. But at their house it becomes clear there's something wrong with their family, their rules and their sleeping grandma who they promise will come out at midnight. |
 Em & Selma Go Griffin Hunting
In this alternate 1930s America, Em is expected to kill a griffin in order to come of age. Hunting alongside her mother, she starts to question the violence of this ritual. Spectacular effects and excellent performances make this a beautiful, affecting short. |
 Night Whispers
What starts out as a fun hookup turns into a night of terror as Tom’s date starts to talk in her sleep. Is it just gibberish, or something more sinister? This thrilling short will keep you guessing from start to finish, playing masterfully with expectations. |
 Stomach Bug
It’s hard when your children leave the nest, and Manny is struggling to adjust to his daughter leaving home. He’s also dealing with a strange stomach bug, a swollen stomach and some unpleasant gurgles as his problems manifest in an extremely strange way. |
 Checkout
Grumpy hermit Agnes just wants to get some food for her pet lizard, but a killer in the supermarket has other plans for her. With plenty of dark humour, this short slasher film is bloody, exciting and surprisingly charming. |
 Plastic Surgery
An A&E shift turns into a nightmare as people keep coming in with unexplained objects embedded in their bodies. This powerful short keeps the tension ratcheting up throughout, with a strong environmental message at its heart. |
 Crowded Out
Owen just wants to find parking, but somehow he keeps picking up hitchhikers whose help quickly becomes more of a hindrance. A quirky, absurd short that manages to be both silly and extremely tense, helped by some fantastic performances. |