MY WORK
THE EYE
Feature film - psychological thriller
Set in 1980s Greece. A young British widow travels to the island of Corfu to spread her husband’s ashes; upon learning the nature of the dark forces that may have claimed his life, she is tempted by a heavy choice that could bring him back.
The debut feature from Emily Carlton and Daphne Schmon, The Eye is in late-stage development with Fingerprint Content and Seek Films, shooting in 2021 (conditions permitting).
EXIT TO STAGE
Short Film - Directorial debut
A young actress is pushed to breaking point in a production of The Yellow Wallpaper, where life starts to imitate art. As the ambitious directs puts the show before her mental wellbeing, the line between fantasy and reality start to blur. But the show must go on.
This ambitious film, shot in a single continuous take, employs animation and stunning live-action performances to tell a eerie, claustrophobic story highlighting the disposable treatment of young women in the entertainment industry.
Made with the support of Director’s UK and Arri as part of the 2019 Trinity Challenge.
Exit To Stage- Facebook Page
FULL ENGLISH
Short Film
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When Englishness is the only choice left on the menu, it’s breakfast for one in this dark, comic monologue for film about mental health, disenfranchisement and surviving off the unappetising remnants of a national identity.
The first film from acclaimed theatre company Antic Face, the film premiered with the Creative Mind Group in Cannes 2018 and has since played at numerous international festivals, winning Best Screenplay at the Lift Off International Awards 2018 and Best Actress at the London Independent Film Awards.
THE INVADER'S SONG
Short Film
Set on the Isle of Man in 1022. When a curious young girl discovers a viking melody with the power to lure cattle, she finds a new respect for nature, and risks her life to save the cows from slaughter.
Based on a concept by director Emma Swinton. It won the pitch fest at Isle of Man film Festival 2016 and was produced by Brewfilms, with the support of the Isle of Man arts Council. It premiered at the Palm Springs International Festival in 2019 and has since played at festivals including Underwire and the London Short Film Festival.
The Invader's Song - Facebook page
ALL OF ME
Viv, a talented musician, faces late stage Leukemia that threatens the life she’s built in London. Her best hope is a bone marrow transplant from her estranged family, but reconnecting means confronting a difficult past.
WINNER “Award of Excellence” IndieFEST
WINNER “Best Drama” London Independent Film Awards
Nominated “Grand Prize” Oscar-qualifying Rhode Island International Film Festival
Nominated “Best Cinematography” Underwire Film Festival
Nominated “Best Actor” Underwire Film Festival
Nominated “Best Drama” Story First Film Festival
Nominated “Best Cinematography” Lift Off Season Awards
Nominated “Best Actor” Lift Off Season Awards
