filmography - drama

Two ex school friends meet up for a quite chat when a neighbour calls in proving to be over helpful.

Inspired by the Alan Ayckbourn play of the same name and shot in one day on location in Bloomsbury, London. It stars actor Alun Armstrong.
Directed by Mags Scholes. Co Produced by Mags Scholes and Alan Saywell.

“Pile of Clothes”
24 mins, 16mm
Screenings:
ITV
NRK2, Norway
London Short Film Festival

Directed and Produced by Alan Saywell.

“Manoa” 
15 min, Beta SP 
Screenings: Tyneside Cinema, Newcastle

Manoa, a 7 seven year old child of mixed race, chooses to express himself through the use of colour, much to the dismay of his teacher. The boy feels confused as he battles with the want to be accepted and the desire to be himself.

Inspired by a poem written in the early 80s by a young Pacific Islander who went on to commit suicide. Shot in and around Newcastle upon Tyne.
Directed and Produced by Mags Scholes.

“Symphony for You” 
4 mins, Super 8
Screenings: 
Edinburgh Fringe Film Festival

Shot in an empty café in Rotterdam, this experimental sepia toned film explores friendship. It was highly acclaimed at The Edinburgh Fringe Film Festival.
Directed and Produced by Mags Scholes.