Private Project

No.15

After attempting to steal medication from his local shop, twenty something Kyle must complete ten weeks community service as a charity volunteer.

He must visit Mary, an elderly lady, who is not keen on company. After a difficult start, they come to the agreement that Kyle will stay and help Mary around the house.

The two form an unlikely friendship and eventually learn about each other’s struggles. Mary shares how her husband of more than fifty years developed dementia and how she had to slowly watch him deteriorate while acting as his carer, and Kyle tells Mary how he struggles to care for his father who is becoming increasingly unwell.

After sharing their stories, the two dance until Mary collapses and Kyle rushes to call an ambulance.

  • Sophie Lomax
    Director
  • Sophie Lomax
    Writer
  • Adam Riley
    Producer
  • James Wilkinson
    Producer
  • Lewis Ian Bray
    Key Cast
    Ryan Cant Read
  • Linda Sunners Sunners
    Key Cast
  • James Wilkinson
    Director of Photography
  • Fraser Howell
    Music
  • Lewis Ian Bray
    Screenplay editor
  • Conor Middleton
    Colourist
  • Tim Crawford
    Gaffer
  • Beanie Baker
    1st Assistant Camera
  • Stuart Went
    1st Assistant Camera
  • Jack Carter
    2nd Assistant Camera
  • Mitch Day
    Camera Trainee
  • Chris Young
    Sound Recordist
  • Joel John
    Script Supervisor
  • Lillian Watson
    Hair and Make up
  • James Nilson
    Stills Photographer
  • Harvey Randell
    Runner
  • Fraser Howell
    Sound Design
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Domestic Drama
  • Runtime:
    16 minutes 36 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 30, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    700 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, Arri, Super 35
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of Chester
Director - Sophie Lomax