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2024 Submissions

There were 23 films submitted, coming from eight different universities. The winners will be announced at the Award presentation ceremony, held at University of Surrey on Wednesday 20 November.

More Than Medals - Bournemouth University

Rory Mabina – Camera Operator

Sport Documentary

Martin Bland is a team GB trampolinist and welcomes us behind the curtain, into his life.

The Dog Food Programme - Bournemouth University

Alex Geoghegan – Director of Photography

Psychological Thriller

A lonely man spots an advert on TV offering a cash prize to partake in a programme to eat the same 3 meals every day for a month.

Urban Eats: London - Bournemouth University

Adrian Dominiak – Camera Operator

Documentary

Uncovering the stories behind the multi-cultural world of the London Street food scene.

Love Dad - Bath Spa University

Lily Zavolas – Director of Photography

Drama

A young woman comes to terms with her troubled past.

Soccability - Bath Spa University

Stanley Hamilton – Director of Photography

Documentary

A heartwarming documentary about a mixed ability football club in Essex.

Calla Lily - Bath Spa University

Emi Thompson – Director of Photography

Experimental

Caia puts a break up behind her with dreams, flowers and new friends.

An Easy Pill to Swallow - University of Surrey

Daniel Bland – Director of Photography

Drama

Miles is captivated by Tyler’s podcasts which are filled with false promises and dreams of personal success tied to a vision of masculinity. But as Miles becomes more involved he begins to realise Tyler’s promises are empty.

Celebrating 10 years of Paws2Rescue - University of Surrey

Ben Foreman – Camera Operator

Documentary

In 2023, Paws2rescue celebrated 10 years of working in Romania and beyond. This mini documentary delves into the ongoing challenges of the stray dog crisis in Romania while highlighting the individuals supported by the charity and their recent milestones, particularly the moment the first rescue dogs moved into the newly build shelter by the charity.

UNCANCELLED - University of Surrey

Jozef Sopoliga – Director of Photography

Drama

Abigail Richards, a rising politician, has made mistakes that could ruin her career and reputation, a mistake that could get her cancelled. In desperation, she reaches out to a clandestine agency that is willing to take care of her problems but she will have to pay the price.

Star Crossed - Wiltshire College and University Centre
Pretty Follies Wiltshire College and University Centre

Whillan Stewart – Camera Operator

Romance, Fantasy

Collapse Wiltshire College and University Centre

Todd Greengrass – Camera Operator

Thriller, Drama

Two brothers, risk adverse Cal and adventure loving Ethan, embark into a cave system. When a sudden rock collapse separates the two of them; Cal, who is now in a race against time, must fight for survival and escape the cave.

Medusa - Anglia Ruskin University

Deon Culpin – Director of Photography

Drama

Medusa is a modernised re-imagination of the classic myth, told from Medusa’s perspective. After being attacked, we follow her journey to understanding and accepting what has happened to her. Will she be able to rediscover her true self? Or will she let the monster consume her?

Effects - Anglia Ruskin Univesity

Alex Sole-Leris – Director of Photography

Moody Horror

Hunt - University of York

Charlie Ord – Director of Photography

Documentary

Documentary following Freddie Hunt, son of 1976 Formula 1 World Champion James Hunt, leaving his life and legacy in the fast lane behind to find peace in farming and nature conservation on a rural Scottish Farm.

St John's Blessing - University of York

Becky Tucker – Director of Photography

Costume Drama

Bavaria, 1701. On the morning of a routine execution, Ehrhart visits his prisoner, Thomas, to ask for forgiveness for what he will do later that day. But when Thomas refuses to perform the tradition, Ehrhart must confront his prisoner’s beliefs as well as his own to earn absolution.

Poles Apart - University of York

Ben Craig – Director of Photography

Drama

When Maureen discovers that her local town hall has been converted into a bar, she rallies her knitting circle for a protest, only to find herself bonding with the owner, Siohban, left questioning if they truly are so different.

Pouring Down - Coventry University

Sam Beckley – Director of Photography

Music

Music video for Swampmeat Family Band.

Hush - Coventry University

Daniel Reynolds – Director of Photography

Drama

An Insight into Hillfields Estate - Coventry University

Harry Tatem – Director of Photography

Documentary

Until Today - University of Portsmouth

Gabbi Wolfe – Director of Photography

Costume Drama

Until Today is a 15-minute regency short film centred around the themes of young love, family and duty, and female agency.

Eventide - University of Portsmouth

Alfie Sadler – Director of Photography

Sci Fi

The pressure of a newly discovered future causes fear and chaos around the world. Over the course of five years, one family navigate the emotional toll of this unfathomable event.

In This Moment - University of Portsmouth

Jack Rogers – Director of Photography

Romance

When a hidden prospect is revealed and trust is broken, a young couple must face their future together.