Grandad Ryszard
A short documentary featuring a Grandfather reminiscing on being a young man and his experiences in the Polish underground army during World War 2
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Joel CarrDirector
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Joel CarrWriter
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Joel CarrProducer
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Joel CarrEditor
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Joel CarrCinematography
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Project Type:Documentary
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Runtime:16 minutes 53 seconds
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Completion Date:January 20, 2017
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Production Budget:0 GBP
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Country of Origin:United Kingdom
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:Digital
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Film Color:Black & White
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
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Digital Cinema Package:Unavailable
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Barcelona Planet Film FestivalBarcelona
Spain
October 1, 2017
Official Selection -
Stockholm Independent Film FestivalStockholm
Sweden
July 6, 2017
Official Selection -
StoneFair International Film FestivalPiatra-Neamt
Romania
May 17, 2017
Official Selection -
The $5 Film FestivalNew York
United States
May 1, 2018
Semi-Finalist -
Los Angeles CineFestLos Angeles
United States
April 16, 2017
Semi-Finalist -
Hollywood Screenings Film FestivalHollywood
United States
March 11, 2017
Semi-Finalist
I’m a freelance camera operator, editor, and director driven by a deep love for visual storytelling. For me, film is more than a medium — it’s a language of light, movement, and emotion. Every frame is an opportunity to translate feeling into image and transform ideas into immersive experiences.
Over the years, I’ve produced and directed five short films, each one a step forward in refining my voice and exploring new creative challenges. From concept development through final edit, I’m passionate about shaping stories at every stage of the process. My background behind the camera and in the edit suite allows me to approach directing with both creative vision and technical precision — always thinking about how a scene will cut together while capturing it in the moment.
As a camera operator, I focus on movement and composition that serve the narrative. As an editor, I value rhythm and emotional timing. As a director, I’m committed to collaboration, authenticity, and finding the heart of each story.
I’m constantly inspired by the power of film to connect people — to make us feel seen, understood, and moved. Whether working on intimate character-driven pieces or visually bold concepts, my goal remains the same: to tell stories that resonate long after the screen fades to black.