Bridging the Gap: Resilience

Synopsis

Four short films on the theme of ‘Resilience’ commissioned by Scottish Documentary Institute.

THE THIRD DAD
Ten years after breaking all ties with her alcoholic father, a daughter sets out to find his grave, on a brave journey of memory, self-discovery and a desperate attempt at reconciliation.
(10’25") dir: Theresa Moerman Ib, prod: Richard Warden (Middle Fish Films)

THE BANANA REPUBLIC
Built in the 60’s Leith’s Cables Wynd housing estate in Edinburgh is known locally as the Banana Flats. A local photographer and former resident embarks on a quest to document the triumphs and tragedies that exist inside each of the estate’s 204 flats.
(10’00") dir: Scott Calonico, prod: Lindsay Goodall (Beau Films)

MINING POEMS OR ODES
Robert, an ex-shipyard welder from Govan in Glasgow, reflects on how his life experiences have influenced his new found compulsion to write.
(10’49") dir: Callum Rice, prod: Jack Cocker (SDI Productions)

BUBO’S LIMBO
During the socialist regime in Bulgaria, Bubo was a ‘little king’ and enjoyed a privileged lifestyle. But now he is stuck in limbo in his derelict family house, transcending his challenging present by pursuing impossible dreams.
(10’30") dir: Alberto Iordanov, prod: Anne Milne (SDI Productions)

Total Running time: 41’04’'

Series

Bridging the Gap: Short Creative Documentaries

Language

English

Country

Great Britain

Subjects

Social Studies; Film studies

Keywords

documentary films; short films; Film directing

Distribution Formats

Type

DVD

Format

Region 0 PAL

Price

Free

Duration/Size

41 minutes

Year

2018

Sponsor

Name

Scottish Documentary Insititute