Writer/Director: Adam Batchelor Format: Super 16mm Length: 7 minsA short film about a prison inmate relishing the prospect of being reunited with his family, who is forced to confront the nature of his environment when his jealous cell mate learns of his upcoming parole.
Small Hours saw off competition among a category of great short films to win Best Student Film at the Crystal Palace International Film Festival. The ceremony, was hosted by comedian Mark Steel, who along with Johnny Vegas, made up part of the judging panel awarding the films. The ceremony also saw awards handed out to winners of categories for Best Feature, Animation, Documentary & Music Video. I am very grateful that our efforts were recognised and would like to formally thank everyone involved.
Small Hours will be screened on Sunday 25th September at Westow House, London, as part of the Crystal Palace International Film Festival 2011. ‘Transmitter’ awards are given out for ‘Best in Category’ and ‘Best in Festival’, the winners are selected by a prestigious panel of celebrity and respected film industry judges including Johnny Vegas and Mark Steel
For more information you can visit the CPIFF website.
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