| 2010 Festival Program - Saturday |
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Welcome to the 2010 Newtown Flicks Short Film Festival program. With 10 sessions across two and a half days, you're guaranteed to find something that'll tickle your fancy, spin you out, inform or just plain confuse you! -Reserve your festival tickets
Saturday SessionsClick on any of the sessions below to see all the films and synopsis that will be screening during that individual session.
NOTE: Films marked with '*' are not valid for voting for the 'Audience Bites Back' session.
-Saturday Wake up-
Letters to Sally
Director: Matthew Jenkin Producer: Matthew Jenkin Scriptwriter: Matthew Jenkin Cinematographer: Bradley Conomy Editor: Matthew Jenkin Actors: Luke Arnold, Louisa Mignone
Synopsis: A man wakes on the side the road in a city. In his hand is a red envelope addressed to Sally. His search for identity and self begins.
Tracking the Tank Stream
Director: John Bennett Scriptwriter: John Bennett Editor: John Bennett and John Laidler
Synopsis: One dull spring morning we tried to follow the Tank Stream through the heart of Sydney's CBD. The narration explores the history of this source of fresh water that led to the city’s establishment.
Imitation
Director: Angus MacPherson Producer: Amy Parker Scriptwriter: Angus MacPherson Cinematographer: Glen Rose Editor: Matt Noble Actors: Paul Armstrong, David Woodland
Synopsis: Author John Eisencroft has almost finished devising the perfect heist in his latest crime novel. His progress doesn't go unnoticed by a fan, who just so happens to be a professional thief. His current job requires ingenious planning. Conveniently, John's work is proving to be exactly what he needs.
Mr Morag's Helical Dream
Director: Alex Nakone Producer: Alex Nakone Scriptwriter: Alex Nakone Cinematographer: Tim Dangerfield Editor: Alex Nakone and Eugene Guy Villon Actors: Terry Rogers, Patrick Frost
Synopsis: A human clone has been created as an organ donor to Morag who has kidney disease. Morag experiences disturbing post operative hallucinations connecting him subconsciously with the clone. Complications occur and the result is an unexpected outcome that no-one could predict.
Stiff
Director: Christina Farmer and others Producer: Chris Hobart Scriptwriter: Christina Farmer and Brent Curtis Cinematographers: Christina Farmer and others Editor: Chris Hobart Actors: Korin Kidis, Lance Anthony
Synopsis: Angelica's dinner parties are like an obscene ritual. As her need to fil her desire gains strength, Angelica must contend with her three house mates observations of her….and so Angelica plans her very special dinner party, she must make a choice as to which of her house mates should join her and which ones she needs out of the way.
Before Midnight
Director: Dave Wutton Producer: Brian Sisk Scriptwriter: Dave Wutton Cinematographer: Colm O'Murchu Editor: Chad Merriman
Actors: Jamie Zamudio, Ron Hadley
Synopsis: In a make or break deal, you can get broken. A desperate Real Estate agent goes for broke in a scam that has to be finalised before midnight. The comedy just gets blacker!
-Ok, Let's Go!-
The Black Dog
Director: Shaun Katz Producer: Shaun Katz Scriptwriter: Shaun Katz Cinematographer: James Caley Editor: Shaun Katz Actors: Bridgett Snedon, Stephen Peacocke
Synopsis: A young woman, in a confused and drug addled state, invites her neighbor in from next door. Her desperation causes him at once feel repelled and yet also sympathetic for her, resulting in a most unusual and emotionally startling encounter.
Bag Boy
Director: Felix Carlyle Producer: Felix Carlyle Scriptwriter: Felix Carlyle Cinematographer: Alex Zar Editor: Alex Zar
Actors: Nick Bolton, Selia De Zotti
Synopsis: Purvis - a bag boy, travels in the lift in an office building for a large corporation. He is a 'loose cannon' - always late, always joking and messing up, but he's OK and fun to be with. We experience his interactions over a week with some fellow employees - including Peter Phillips, his boss!!
Chameleon
Director: Brent Williams Producer: Dejay Vi Nguyen Scriptwriter: Brent Williams Cinematographer: Evan Papageorgiou Editor: Brent Williams Actors: Peter Sumner, Ben Brock
Synopsis: Ben is enjoying a relaxing lunch with Sam after a big night on the town until he notices an old lady staring at him from across the restaurant. Why is she staring? Does he know her? Chameleon is a comedy about how everything is not always what it seems.
At this Moment
Director: Kurt Roberts Producer: Greg Osborne Scriptwriter: Kurt Roberts Cinematographer: Ian Jones Editor: David Kelly
Actors: Ben Jobberns, Susie Collins
Synopsis: When Simon’s father shoots himself in the family shed, Simon and his best friend Pam move to the city to escape. Simon discovers his past is haunting him so Pam takes Simon home to help him find the answers to his father death. Once home, Simon discover the truth behind his fathers death and realises that Pam is more than just a friend.
Down by the Sea
Director: Thomas Graham Producer: Liam Crain Scriptwriter: Thomas Graham Cinematographer: justin Harrison Editor: Patrick Conlon
Actors: Palmer Marchese, Daniel Axford
Synopsis: After Mugging an innocent man, 2 teenage boys decide to wag school for the day and find out that the consequences of their actions will afect their friendship forever.
-Chillin' Out-
Get a Life….Coach
Director: Greg Punch Producer: Greg Punch Scriptwriter: Michael Neaylon Cinematographer: Paul Smith Editor: Greg Punch + Paul Smith Actors: Emma Brennan, Michael Neaylon
Synopsis: An over zealous male life coach; an, "Oh, but I'm trying" female client; a pair of pink boxing gloves and whether it's solicited or not, a little bit of advice and a little bit of fat reduction. Self improvement can be humorously hard work.
The Sound of Shadows
Director: Julietta Boscolo Producer: Annmaree J Bell Scriptwriter: Julietta Boscolo Cinematographer: Tim Alewood Editor: Rolmar Baldonado Actors: Judie Farr, Stephanie Jacobsen
Synopsis: If your heart falls into darkness and nobody hears it, do you merely become a shadow?
Dog on a Leash
Director: Greg Punch Producer: Greg Punch Scriptwriter: Michael Neaylon Cinematographer: Paul Smith Editor: Greg Punch + Paul Smith Actors: Debra Bryan, Deborah Thompson
Synopsis: Rhonda and Kay are just out for a liberating walk in the park with the dog but in this comic emotional tug-of-war the lines get a little blurred regarding who is the master, who is the pet and who is really on the leash.
Jodie
Director: Dean Ginsburg Producer: Dean Ginsburg Cinematographer: Dean Ginsburg Editor: Dean Ginsburg Actors: Amanda Smith, Clayton Moss
Synopsis: Jodie's connection with her boyfriend is under strain as they navigate through an event that will change their lives forever.
Wide Open
Director: Greg Punch Producer: Greg Punch Scriptwriter: Michael Neaylon Cinematographer: Paul Smith Editor: Greg Punch + Paul Smith Actors: Lara Mulcahy, Graeme Rhodes
Synopsis: Did you hear the one about the acrophobic man and his long suffering girlfriend? One day they went to the park and do something normal. Big mistake!
Rebecca
Director: Kate Vinen and Liz Cooper Producer: Annmaree J Bell Scriptwriter: Kate Vinen and Liz Cooper Cinematographer: Gareth Tillson Editor: Adrian Rostirolla Actors: Pippa Grandison
Synopsis: Beyond redemption, Rebecca hides from the world. A psychological addiction to sex manifests itself physically. She lives only to satisfy her desire. Faced with a void she cannot fill, Rebecca can no longer hide from the monster she has become.
Two
Director: Amy Alexander Scriptwriter: Amy Alexander
Synopsis: A woman sits at an easel while around her the entire room is filled with paintings of a man in different poses, and as we focus on each one, the story of the man and the woman is revealed. A story about love, lust and never fogetting where you left your underpants.
Dog on a Leash
Director: Greg Punch Producer: Greg Punch Scriptwriter: Michael Neaylon Cinematographer: Paul Smith Editor: Greg Punch + Paul Smith Actors: Debra Bryan, Deborah Thompson
Synopsis: Rhonda and Kay are just out for a liberating walk in the park with the dog but in this comic emotional tug-of-war the lines get a little blurred regarding who is the master, who is the pet and who is really on the leash.
-Dinner Snacks-
Rima
Director: Zayaan Jappie Producer: Zayaan Jappie Scriptwriter: Zayaan Jappie Cinematographer: Hani Arab Editor: Tim Molony Actors: Hala Sbat, Mustapha Steve Karouche
Synopsis: Rima's biggest passion is cars; fast cars that look good! Her love of cars and talent for art enable her to be the design artist at her family's own car workshop. Her biggest dilemma isn't the macho guys who get their cars hotted up, but the idea of family betrayal.
Getaway
Director: Patrick Smith Producer: Patrick Smith Scriptwriter: Patrick Smith Cinematographer: Jason Thomas Editor: Patrick Smith Actors: Paul Layton, Patrick Smith, Meg Day
Synopsis: Tim's wife is stressed about their debts. Tim hates his job, even though he needs it. However, all Tim really wants is a holiday. Staff cuts are being made…so, will that holiday come to fruition??
For Better or Worse
Director: Rodney Owen Producer: Rodney Owen Cinematographer: Rodney Owen Editor: Rodney Owen Actors: Evan Ferguson, Katie Moore
Synopsis: Greg and Gen, a young married couple, seek counseling to save their failing marriage. In the session, they recount their relationship, starting with their active sex, in the beginning. As it starts to die down, so too does communication between the couple. As Greg admits to confiding in a close friend, Rebecca, Gen admits to feelings of jealousy, mistrust and resentment. As the session draws to a close the couple is faced with the most important question of their marriage, do they still love each other?
Boundless
Director: Stephen Kanaris Producer: Lisa Shaunessy Scriptwriter: Stephen Kanaris Cinematographer: Feung Seung Cheung Editor: Chris Mill Actors: Saxon Graham, Emma Brodie
Synopsis: Boundless is the story of Craig, a 35 year old man with Down Syndrome., who's quest for peersonal independence leads him to confront his dreams head-on.
Dicey
Director: Tali Caspi Producer: Tali Caspi Scriptwriter: Tali Caspi Cinematographer: Tali Caspi Editor: Tali Caspi
Actors: Tali Caspi
Synopsis: A short film entirely shot on a mobile phone.
Director: Aidan Prewett Producer: Miranda Worthington Scriptwriter: Aidan Prewett, Miranda Worthington Cinematographer: Aidan Prewett Editor: Aidan Prewett
Actors: Aidan Prewett
Synopsis: A boy considers his iPod and how it affect his life. Why so attached? Thus, there is a journey seeking answers.
Man's Best Friend
Director: Luke Eve
Actors: Brett Williams, Pia Miranda
Synopsis: A romantic comedy about a man who is forced to choose between his love for his dog, and his love for his wife.
-Saturday Night Specials-
Dirt
Director: Kate Dehnert Producer: Carla McConnell Scriptwriter: Kate Dehnert Cinematographer: Simon Walsh Editor: Kate Dehnert Actors: Tim Potter
Synopsis: Home is where the heart is, even after an apocalypse. John is alone, his house is underground was a disaster. However, his new book just might save him. Dirt is the story of one man's crusade to find meaning in the lack of an audience.
Identity Theft
Director: Stuart White Producer: Stuart White Scriptwriter: Stuart White Cinematographer: Stuart White Editor: Stuart White Actors: Stuart White
Synopsis: A man is interrogated by a mysterious masked stranger about his true identity. When the truth is finally revealed, things start to get a little hectic.
Tundra
Director: Claire Phillips Producer: Claire Phillips Scriptwriter: Claire Phillips Cinematographer: Erin Black Editor: Claire Phillips Actors: Lee Ann Simon, Ana Ringma
Synopsis: Convinced that success is derived from getting out of the small town Tundra, Kate's careful life plan remains unchanged as her best friends fall apart.
Viva Las Possum
Director: Marcus Hamill Producer: Lib Kelly Scriptwriter: Andy Muir Cinematographer: Earle Dresner Editor: Toby Dennen Actors: Joel Russell, Rudi Baker and Sophie Cleary
Synopsis: When a young couple is woken in the middle of the night to the sound of movement in their roof, they can only imagine that they have possums in their attic. On investigation by the pest inspector, they find they have something far worse….Elvis!
Frail
Director: Alex Murawski Producer: Annmaree J Bell Scriptwriter: Alex Murawski Cinematographer: Bonnie Elliott Editor: Adrian Rostirolla Actors: Anne Looby, Maddi Newling
Synopsis: A stark confrontation when death forces Dorothy to question her mother's stoic manner and discover a simple beauty in her sister's childish ways.
La Rosa
Director: Kieran Williams Producer: Kieran Williams Scriptwriter: Kieran Williams Cinematographer: Kieran Williams Editor: Kieran Williams Actors: Daniel Joseph Little, Miriam Zady
Synopsis: Pepe Fernandez is a Mexican soldier who has returned home after being held by American forces for 2 years after his battalion surrendered near the border in 1914. A young girl from his home town in Mexico opened up a correspondence with him that lasted for the duration of his time there and the two fall in love. Now that he has returned, Pepe arranges to meet her for the first time. Since he has never seen her, she tells him that he must look for the woman wearing a rose.
The Verticals *
Director: Matthew Walker Producer: Richard Vidler
Synopsis: Four country men are living in a vertical world. What happens when their lifestyle is challenged?
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