Film & Experimental Media Arts Showcase 2023

We will be returning to The Cube Microplex in Bristol for this showcase of experimental film, photography and media arts projects from students of University Centre Weston. Plus a selection of short films from across our BA Film & Media Arts Production degree, including ‘The Quiet Artist’ - a short film shot on location in Ghent, Belgium and ‘Grievance’ a short film shot on location in Perranporth, Cornwall.

Thursday 11 May 2023

Doors open at 7pm. FREE ENTRY

Cube Microplex, Dove Street South, [off top-left of King Square], Kingsdown, Bristol, BS2 8JD

Trailer

ONLINE SCREENING

We will also be streaming the programme online, for those who can’t make the screening. Part One will start at 7.30pm 11/5/22

PART ONE

PART TWO

We will also be streaming the programme online, for those who can’t make the screening. Part Two will start at 8.30pm 11/5/22

Programme

Experimental Media Arts Showcase
Projects from the Experimental Media Arts module by first year BA Film & Media Arts Production and BA Photography & Visual Cultures students at UCW.

Screenings (Part One)
Watch from beginning here, or click on each title to go direct tho that film.

1. ‘Inside the Camera’ by Alfie Walsh (10m28s)
An unknown man discovers multiple realities through the viewfinder of a camera.

2. ‘Nautilus’ by Nate Sadler (4m36s) The depths of the Pacific Ocean, 1874. The crew of the mysterious submarine known as the “Nautilus” prepare for their daily routine search across the ocean floor for the discovery of new marine creatures. Unbeknownst to them, a fellow crew member, locked in his cabin, fulfils his job role one last time as he prepares for his suicide.

3. ‘I Lived’ by Meg Moody (2m33s)

A mixed media film which shows how precious memories are and how time is measured. Video lets us be in the moment, however a photo can also say a million words.

4. ‘Dreams’ by Alistair Cameron-Kettle (4m 6s)

One night, a toy dragon sleeps, and his dreams take form in his mind. He travels the paths of his imagination, and discovers some of the strangest sights to behold.

5. ‘Movement through Dance’ by Lily Moore (1m20s)
Experimental photography capturing the movement of dance in a still image using flash photography and slow shutter speed.

6. ‘Ask Jake’ by Jake Britton (25m28s)
A TV show where the audience are invited to Ask Jake any question and he will answer it, on the spot! Submit your question for future shows at: http://poool.co.uk/askjake

Photography

- ‘Alternate Vision’ by Sam Burt

A series of photographs depicting absence of mystery in plain sight through reflective surfaces.

- ‘Skies’ by Tristan Duffy
A series of surrealistic digital photographs that explore landscape and skies.

- ‘Social Anxiety’ by Braden Evans
Photos that portray a sense of social anxiety and discomfort through abstract imagery

.- ‘Movement through Dance’ by Lily Moore
Experimental photography capturing the movement of dance in a still image using flash photography and slow shutter speed.

Film Screenings (Part 2)
A selection of films from BA Film & Media Arts Production and BA Lens Based Media students at University Centre Weston

1. ‘The Quiet Artist’ (16m50s)
1st year BA Film & Media Arts Production short film, shot on location in Ghent, Belgium

2. ‘Jake in Ghent’ (5m10s)
Extract from behind the scenes documentary

3. ‘The Shootout’ by Ben Camp (7m33s)
Two old friends make an unexpected reunion that could cost them their lives.

4. ‘Grievance’ by Year 2 Film and Media Arts Production (13m50s)
17 year old Polly has run away with murder on her mind, but her murder or hers to commit? 2nd year BA Film & Media Arts Production short film, shot on location in Perranporth, Cornwall.

5. ‘Mates’ by George Gamble (3m48s)
A conversation about mental health.

6. ‘Day to Day’ by Jamie Moore (3m59s)
Almost every day it feels like we’re repeating ourselves, it feels like we’re in a loop. In this Experimental Video Installation, you’ll see time-lapses of some of these repeating moments, from my day-to-day experience.

7. ‘Day Off ’ by William Stephens (11m40s) (Test Screening)
Two partners are called in to work on their day off, but the stressful nature of their line of work puts a strain on their relationship.

William Stephens is looking for feedback on his film 'Day Off', please submit your feedback via link below.

STUDY FILM AT UCW

For details about our courses visit: https://www.ucw.ac.uk/courses/film-and-media-arts-production-ba-hons/