Rooted
Saturday 20th September 18:45pm (60m)
Raw, real, and rooted stories from across the North of England
Content Guidance: abuse (mental/emotional), sexual violence, violence, suicide/self-harm
AUDITION
Straight8 project starring the filmmaker's father as he reignites his love of acting.
Director: Megan Harding
Writer: Megan Harding
Producer: Megan Harding
BORNE
When Kate, an isolated and vulnerable young mother struggling to make ends meet, is offered help by her neighbour Marie, she finds herself pulled into a community that may not be as virtuous as it seems..
Director: Claire Heather Molloy
Writer: Claire Heather Molloy, Anna Moore
Producer: Elena Valeri
EVOL
A poetic short film about a young woman grappling with the haunting echoes of past relationships and her unraveling sense of self.
Director: Hayley Ann Reeve
Writer: Hayley Ann Reeve
Producer: Hayley Ann Reeve, Debbie Sweeney
THE HIGH ROAD
An estranged mother and daughter reunite as they embark on a road trip whilst navigating their past trauma and strained relationship. A symbol for all women failed by their mothers.
Director: Cheyenne Christie
Writer: Tegan Howard
Producer: India Rain
IT’S FINE
As a young woman reflects on her early intimate experiences, she is confronted with the reality that they may have been more harmful than she first thought.
Director: Lily Corke Butters
Writer: Lily Corke Butters
Producer: Gage Oxley
POST
A prison officer is deeply affected by an interaction with a traumatised inmate and attempts to emotionally harden himself in order to get back to work, but repressing his emotions pushes him to the edge again.
Director: Jo Lane
Writer: Eddie Capli, Tommy Egan, Jo Lane
Producer: Eddie Capli, Chim’Di Ugada, Jo Lane
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Discounts for groups, families, students and those on low income support are available too.
Women X teams up with Girls Club Teesside for an evening of film-inspired vision boarding, along with a ticket to our comedy short film screening, complimentary popcorn, and a VIP lanyard! It’s the perfect combo of creative workshop plus cinema treats. All materials provided.
Come along solo for a chance to meet new friends whilst learning a new skill. Solo bookings only!
Event starts at 16:30pm on Saturday 19th September, with the films starting at 17:45pm and ending around 19:00pm
This ticket does not grant access to any other screenings or events at the festival.