Grieved

A young man tries to unwind in the solace of nature after his father's recent death. However, his attempt to escape is stopped short as the difficulties of life begin to creep up on him. His day won't stop getting worse. How long will it take Chris before guilt eats him up completely?

  • Simona Iordanova
    Director
  • Harry Buchan
    Writer
  • Luke Osborne
    Producer
  • Harry Buchan
    Key Cast
  • Marcus Darivas Sanchez
    Editor
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 3 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    December 1, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    100 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    Bulgaria
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Bristol
  • InFilm Premiere
    Bristol
    United Kingdom
    December 3, 2023
Director Biography - Simona Iordanova

Simona Iordanova is a Bulgarian writer-director, known for 'Grieved' (2023) and 'See Into the Trees' (2024). She received her higher education in Bristol, England, where two of her projects were filmed. She later specialised at the National Film and Television School in Beaconsfield, England.
Iordanova received the 'Best Short Film Director' award for her debut film 'Grieved' at the Golden FEMI Film Festival in 2024.

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Director Statement

I chose to direct this film because no one's day is ever predictable and the smallest most mundane things can have a huge impact on your life. It resembles the unpredictability of nature.
Working with this crew was an incredible joy and this film will always be special to us.