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27 Sep 2024

Blue Moon Independent Short Film Screenings and Afterparty

Bristol , United Kingdom


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Date:

Friday 27 September, 2024

Doors and red carpet arrivals from 18:00
Screenings at 19:00
Afterparty from 21:00 to Late

Cost:

£13.00 - £50.00

Location:

Bristol Aquarium Megascreen

Anchor Road
Bristol
BS1 5TT
United Kingdom


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Ticket type
Friend of Bristol Filmmakers (All VIP Perks + On-Screen Thank You (when purchased before 22 Sep)
Sale ended 27 Sep 2024
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Sale ended 27 Sep 2024
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Once in a Blue Moon, we come together to showcase independent filmmakers and celebrate the creative talents from Tabb and the South West community! Featuring a curated selection of short films, Blue Moon is an evening to remember, full of cinematic discovery and local storytelling!

Following our first packed-house event, Blue Moon is returning bigger and better! Join us for an evening on the red carpet to watch films from some of the South West’s most promising rising talent on Bristol's largest screen, Bristol Aquarium’s 19x15m former IMAX cinema!

Event Timing

Doors and red carpet arrivals from 18:00

Screenings at 19:00

Afterparty from 21:00 to Late

Lineup and Programme

Hippo (2023)

5 mins, Comedy Drama

Directed by Jason Bailey

On the anniversary of his wife’s tragic death in hippo-infested waters, Charles hosts a dinner party. The guests include his sister, who is also his business rival, his secret lover, who doubles as an undercover fraud investigator, and his secret lover’s secret lover. What could go wrong?

PREMIERE: Mission Plan: Charlie Foxtrot (2024)

11 mins, Short Comedy

Directed by Ashley Porciuncula

Written by Matthew Merkovich

Starring Danny Chase, Jacob Freda, Josh Alexander, Peter Benson, Richard Cawte

In the midst of World War II, a troop of soldiers find themselves sceptical when their commanding officer unveils an unexpected strategy.

Tarn (2024)

Directed by Merlin Goldman

In an authoritarian world where breathing the air can be deadly, a frustrated artist is determined to escape despite the risks and those trying to stop her.

PREMIERE: A Sin De Fella Story (2024)

26 mins, Documentary

Directed by Sheryn Yidi

Co-Produced by Jasmin Batler

Follow Sin de Fella and her ugly fisters on their journey to ensure that their upcoming cabaret show is a success against all odds.

The School System (2024)

3 mins, Drama

Directed by Haleem Clift

Written and Produced by Haleem Clift

Starring: Haleem Clift, Christine Winter, Grace Morgan, Miko Gorski, Harvey Slade, Jasmine Oatley

A spoken-word-based film focusing on the issues within the school system, from the perspective of a young person.

Slow Down (2020)

11 mins, Thriller

Directed by Ornella Hawthorn Gardez

Written by Ornella Hawthorn Gardez, Valerie Hawthorn

Starring Sara Stewart, Natali Servat, India Thain

A mother embarks on a cat-and-mouse psychological investigation, after discovering her daughter has disappeared.

The Gentleman Farmer

12 mins, Drama

Written, Directed and Produced by Nathan Powles

Starring Steve Huggins, Edward Rowe

Set in bucolic Exmoor, The Farmer must fight for the return of his lambs to make the income he so desperately needs. A light yet gritty insight into struggles faced by modern small-scale farmers in England.

PREMIERE: King Putt

24 mins, Comedy Documentary

Directed by Hansel Rodrigues

A rousing and entertaining documentary following crazy golf world champion, Marc Chapman.

The Afterparty

Stick around after the screenings for the exclusive afterparty at Za Za Bazaar Harbourside waterfront, where you can mingle with the filmmakers, chat with the actors, and connect with fellow creatives from across the region.

You'll also be able to enjoy live music from local band The Instigators, while performers Sin de Fella and Coxy Crax join us for an evening filled with entertainment, interactive games, and amazing prizes!

Please note that the afterparty is 18+ only.

Join us for an evening of inspiration, creativity, and community as we shine a spotlight on the remarkable talents of our local filmmakers. Don't miss this chance to be part of a night that promises to be as memorable as the stories told on screen.

Thank you to our partners and sponsors!

Bristol Production Van  |  Hightail Entertainment  |  Hub  |  Rural Artiste  |   Bristol Old Vic Theatre School |  The Mount Without  |  James Bragg  |  Fiona Kruschnik  |  Floating Harbour Films |  Thatchers Cider  |  New Bristol Brewery  |  Story Slam |  Za Za Bazaar  |  Bristol Aquarium  |  20th Century Flicks


Official Soundtrack

The Blue Moon 2024 soundtrack includes 36 local artists including:

Seb Waters |  Joe Gałuszka |  Chaz |  Suzie Topolska |  Timo Lam |  Natalia |  CLEO and the PATRAS |  Taran Burns |  Essien |  Epimetheus |  Shoun Shoun |  Maria J |  Sun Spot |  June and the Juggernaut |  Charlton Lane |  Typan |  Buried in Bermuda |  Ben Nicholls |  Falling Empires |  Beau Audio |  Machineries of Joy |  Bravo Charlie |  Morpheus and the Broadcast |  Holly Havens |  Robbie Snowden |  Maisons |  Paper Fishes |  Voodoo Rays |  Josh Hicks |  Aderyn |  Phoenix Flare |  Darren Addicott |  Dirty Cash |  Mosaic |  Bristol Punk Heroes  |  Progress is Made

Give it a listen at the event, and afterwards on Spotify.

FAQs

How do I submit my film to Blue Moon? You can fill out this form or email us at bluemoon@tabb.cc

How do I sponsor/support Blue Moon? If you'd like to sponsor the event with products or services, please get in touch at bluemoon@tabb.cc

Can my business host an event table at Blue Moon? Yes! If you'd like to host a stall, please get in touch at bluemoon@tabb.cc

Line Up

Ashley Porciuncula
  • Event Producer
  • Filmmaker
  • Director of 'Mission Plan: Charlie Foxtrot'

    Ashley Porciuncula is a California-born filmmaker, director, producer, and digital consultant. She is passionate about storytelling, gamification psychology, and other deliciously nerdy things.

    Jason Bailey
  • Filmmaker
  • Director of 'Hippo'

    With over 20 years of experience as an Actor, Producer and Director in Television, film and commercials,  Jason Bailey makes his directorial film debut with Hippo.

    Nathan Powles
  • Filmmaker
  • Director of 'The Gentleman Farmer'

    Somerset-based writer and Sound Designer Nathan Powles makes his directorial debut with The Gentleman Farmer, featuring Edward Rowe. (Bait, Enys Men)

    Bristol Production Van
  • Event Sponsor
  • The all-in-one rental solution for your next film, documentary, advertisement or interview.

    Lux Goldman
  • Event Sponsor
  • Non-binary DOP & Gaffer. Especially interested in sci-fi & queer stories. Owner-operator with C70 & BMPCC6k Pro, DZO & Canon Lenses, Lighting, G&E and Support packages available. @bristolproductionvan

    Graciela watson
  • Filmmaker
  • A TV professional with years making factual entertainment programmes and a strong desire to keep telling stories, dramatic or real.

    • Director
    • Producer
    • Documentary Maker
    • Scriptwriter
    • Video Producer
    • Seeking
    • Creative Director
    • Film Production
    • Creator
    • Documentary Maker
    • Short Films
    • Post Production Editor
    • Associate Producer
    • Singer Songwriter
    • Additional Camera
    • All Of My Filmmaking

    Merlin Goldman
  • Filmmaker
  • Writer/Director/Producer of short films. Screencraft and Pears Film Fund short-listed. Founder member of DIY Films (4 films made to date).

    Pete Francomb
  • Event Producer
  • Tabb co-founder and Chief Exec. I'd like to help you make your projects happen. I also produce the occasional film.

    Monsurah Alli-Oluwafuyi
  • Production Assistant
  • I am a writer with strengths and interests in screenwriting, concept development and creative direction.

    Molly Coates
  • Production Assistant
  • A junior camera, editor and lighting technician hoping to progress in the industry and willing to learn new roles to progress in the field.

    Ornella Hawthorn Gardez
  • Filmmaker
  • Unpublished

    280 Attendees

    Alan Stronaut

    Alan is a demo Tabb account used during tutorials. Check out his account to see what you can do with your profile and Tabb Solo!

    David Bryer

    CGI Visualiser. Background in Commercial Video and Graphic Design. Getting to know Bristol.

    Aggie Nyagari

    Film/TV producer/director living in Bristol, England. A great team player, passionate story teller and multi-skilled filmmaker.

    Rachel Saunders

    A filmmaker who has arrived at her current destination via Script Supervising and Costume Departmenting over the course of some 25 years. Delighted to have finally arrived at writing and directing and excited about the upcoming projects.

    Mike Atkins

    Recently arrived in Bristol to start a new life. Looking to connect, converse & collaborate!

    Andreea Brown

    Actor with experience in theatre and on-camera (feature/tv-series/shorts - all credits on my official pages). Currently producing a short film. Eager to get involved in new projects and meet people. Additional work in Event Production.

    Josh Alexander

    Experienced and passionate actor. Open to any role, no matter how challenging or diverse. There's no such thing as a small role!

    Robin Mukherjee

    Award-winning scriptwriter who's written extensively for television, radio, theatre and film.

    Barry Hughes

    Experienced multi award winning commercial producer with TV and film experience looking for exciting challenges

    Schuman Hoque

    An award winning feature film director with experience of TV commercials and branded content.

    Aaron Hooper

    I am one to give 110% with any opportunity that I can gain and every role always has a story to tell. I want to meet and collide with a vast array of different people as I am always eager what the possible story may be to tell.

    Marek Kawula

    Based in Bristol. Graduated Plymouth College of Art with a 1st Class Honours in BA Film and also won an RTS Student Award back in 2020 for my film. Currently working for GCN/GTN in Bath.

    Alice Hervin

    Writer, currently studying a MA in Scriptwriting at Bath Spa University.

    Ronit Meranda

    Ronit Meranda is a film editor (Avid, Adobe Premiere), writer/director and former artist working in Bristol and London. Her background in video art passionately informs her work, lending an approach that makes space for experimentation.

    Alan Deacon

    Post production sound expert. Composer and also Player in the Pipley barn dance and ceilidh band

    Christian Frank Rowbotham Duran

    Experienced, trained and dedicated 23 years old actor located in Bristol, for the sake of passion towards Film, Television and theatre.

    David Jeffery-Hughes

    Experienced Photographer based in Bristol/London. Music, Night Clubs, Weddings & Boxing.

    Peter Benson

    Versatile actor, available for any kind of production. Experienced in stage, film, street, childrens' theatre etc. Improv, devising, run workshops, mime experience.

    Peter Sutton

    Pete W Sutton is a writer and editor. His two short story collections – A Tiding of Magpies and The Museum for Forgetting – were shortlisted for Best Collection in the British Fantasy Awards

    Alexia Dobre

    I am an early career production designer and costume designer for film and theatre.

    Arthur Crisp Unpublished

    Cornish filmmaker, working at Aardman doing all things lighting

    • Gaffer
    • Spark
    • Seeking
    • Director Of Photography
    • Gaffer
    • Spark

    Gerard Cooke

    Actor. Recent Roles: Gallows convict Bowden in the BBC/FX adaptation of Great Expectations (adapted by Stephen Knight, starring Olivia Colman).

    Jeremy Silcocks

    Over the past few years I have been keenly developing my filmmaking craft, honing it across all its facets. Written feature scripts, pitch-decks, shot and edited short films.

    Kerenza Sparkes

    • Actor
    • Seeking
    • Actor
    • Lead Actor
    • Acting Extra

    Myles McLeod

    Award winning Composer specialising in Wildlife Docs, Prime Time TV Docs and Independent Film. Credits include: Amazon Prime/Channel 5/Sky/Curiosity Stream/Viasat Nature/Attitude. Currently a member of this year's BAFTA Connect.

    • Composer i
    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Producer
    • Filmmaker
    • Documentary Maker
    • Executive Producer

    Ryan Rubi

    I’m an American voice actor looking to meet filmmakers and support the Bristol film community.

    Theo Cockrean

    I am a Camera Assistant (2nd AC) based in Bristol with a strong technical background, an in-depth knowledge of camera equipment and experience across a variety of production styles. Namely, commercials, factual and broadcast productions.

    Thomas Oughton

    I’m a actor who’s had training, im 24 and I have worked on tv as a supporting artist and a CFX performer, I live in Somerset.

    • Actor
    • Acting Extra
    • Seeking
    • Actor
    • Director
    • Actress
    • Agent

    Tsvetelin Zamfirov Brankov

    Tsvetelin is an Eastern European professional theater and film actor living in Bristol.

    Alex Stevenson

    Award-winning documentary filmmaker and cinematographer based in the South West of the UK. Specialising in creating environmental films that not only educate, but empower audiences too.

    Mike Scrase

    I'm a screen, comics, and novel writer.

    • Runner
    • Seeking
    • Script Consultant

    Iris Sturm

    Actor and writer, singing, illustration.

    Dave Shaw Unpublished

    Maddie Marzola Unpublished

    Meghna Nandy Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Festival Director
    • Freelance Filmmaker
    • Filmmaker
    • Documentary Maker
    • Executive Producer
    • Digital Fim Production

    Raluca Danila Unpublished

    • Event Coordinator

    VINEET KUMAR PANDEY Unpublished

    Alexander Leeming Froudakis Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Film Composer

    Ana Barreto Unpublished

    Andrei Stingacianu Unpublished

    Ara Shillam Unpublished

    Becky Pickets Unpublished

    Bella Bloss Unpublished

    Boriana Stoykova Unpublished

    Charles T Hlangabeza Unpublished

    Charlotte Regan Unpublished

    Christo MacHon Unpublished

    Claire Tchaikowski Unpublished

    Clare Brophy Unpublished

    Clementine Macfarlane Unpublished

    I am an actor in training at Bristol School of Acting, always looking for likeminded creatives!

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Filmmaker

    Dana Carlisle Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Storyboard Artist
    • Writers

    dan delor Unpublished

    We are experienced musicians, composers and producers. We have worked on a few Features in the past but currently do mostly music for TV. We would really like to get involved in making music on quality Shorts with local film-makers.

    • Seeking
    • Creative Director
    • Editor
    • Filmmaker
    • Music Supervisor
    • Music Composer

    David Norman Unpublished

    Ethan Gibbon Unpublished

    Flo Simpson Unpublished

    Harriet Cody Unpublished

    Harris Grant-Forster Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Producer
    • Editor
    • Sound Designer
    • Film Composer

    Harry HAYSOM Unpublished

    Ieuan Coombs Unpublished

    Jacqui Furneaux Unpublished

    Jake Gibbard Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Editor
    • Filmmaker

    Jake Kettyles Unpublished

    Jakub Adamcik Unpublished

    Editor - Sin De Fella Story

    James Palmer Unpublished

    Jasmine Beadle Unpublished

    Joe Galuszka Unpublished

    Joe Galuszka is an emerging British composer and has written several score for wildlife documentaries and film. His score for the Australian wildlife documentary 'Firekeepers of Kakadu' won the London Independent Film Awards in October 2020

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Filmmaker
    • Film Producer

    Kitale Wilson Unpublished

    I tell stories, and some are true.

    • Seeking
    • Director

    Linus Foerster Unpublished

    Louise Piatkowski Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Producer
    • Co-director
    • Digital Fim Production
    • Casting Director
    • Assistant Casting Director
    • Casting
    • Co-casting Director

    Maria Johnson Unpublished

    Markus Walther Unpublished

    Marta Lendzioszek Unpublished

    Martyna Sikonczyk Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Animator
    • 2D Animator
    • Animation Director
    • Lead Animator
    • Animators

    Matt Fitzgerald Unpublished

    Matthew Carroll Unpublished

    I work for Latent Pictures as an editor.

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Writer (story)
    • Documentary Maker
    • Video Editor
    • Voice Director

    meltem baytok Unpublished

    MILTON DANEY ALANES SANDOVAL Unpublished

    latino 2d animator and creator

    • Seeking
    • Writer
    • Storyboard Artist
    • 2D Animator

    Miss Juliet Cox Unpublished

    nick edwards Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Writer
    • Screenwriter
    • Podcaster

    NILOFHER ULLAH Unpublished

    Olawande Delano Unpublished

    Orlaith Martin Unpublished

    Stills photographer looking to network, interested in hearing about upcoming projects to work on.

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Producer
    • Film Production
    • Filmmaker

    Rebecca Franks Unpublished

    Ross cooper Unpublished

    rozelle Gemma Unpublished

    Rushil Seewoonarain Unpublished

    Savannah Blum Unpublished

    Bristol based costume designer, also working in London and nationwide. Hoping to network with filmmakers and any crew members passionate about their role.

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Film Production
    • Filmmaker
    • Production Designer

    Sebastian Wood Unpublished

    Sophie Bartholomew Unpublished

    Attending to support Hansel Rodrigues

    Sophie Bestwick Unpublished

    Sophie Grenfell Unpublished

    I am an Intimacy Co-ordinator and Director available to collaborate on projects across stage and screen.

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Producer
    • Assistant Director
    • Theatre Maker
    • Executive Producer
    • Production Coordinator
    • Playwright
    • Filmaker

    Spike Rees Unpublished

    Stephen Sare Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Screenwriter
    • Film Producer

    Sue Reason Unpublished

    Thevinkumar Thiagaraja Unpublished

    • Seeking
    • Director
    • Producer
    • Filmmaker

    Tim Johnson Unpublished

    Tom Lynas Unpublished

    William Sansom Unpublished

    Maria fox Unpublished

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