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V178 (VHS) / V179 (S-VHS)
TOP AWARDS SELECTION : 1 (IAC 1998)
A selection of award-winners in the 1998 IAC International Film and Video
Competition, premiered at movie 98, held April 17-19, 1998, in Buxton,
Derbyshire.
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FATHER'S CHRISTMAS
Stoke Cine & Video Society
Father (Nigel Peever) is 'caught in the act' on Christmas Eve, putting the
presents round the tree, by his two daughters (Amanda and Samantha Banks),
but is finally 'rescued' from his predicament ... This is a charming,
unsentimental movie, directed by Paul Humphrey.
See also lib. nos: V 194/195 item 8, V 199 item 6 and V 212 item 10.
IAC Silver Seal 1998 |
Story
7.mins |
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| 2. |
ARTISTIQUE
Ken Wilson (West Yorks)
An amateur cameraman, Phillipe [sic] (Jason Rigby) is discovered by Jaques
[sic] (Simon Wilson) while out on a shoot. There then follows a discussion
(in pidgin French) about the merits and demerits of various styles and techniques
of movie-making - with many lovely 'in' jokes for all movie-makers. Lots
of fun (including the accents)!
IAC Silver Seal 1998 |
Humour
Story
6.mins |
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| 3. |
HOLIDAY SPIRITS
Pioneer Film Group (Bucks)
Gerald (Ron Groom) and Frances (Sybil Bath) return from their holiday, but
then have some unsettling experiences ... An intriguing and nicely-executed
movie with convincing performances. Produced and directed by John W. Walker.
IAC Silver Seal 1998 |
Story
8.mins |
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| 4. |
CLOWNS
Good Trowels CF TV Productions (Somerset)
Two ex-school chums Peter (James Trapmore) and Junie (Hannah Roberts) meet
again after a few years and we learn of their respective feelings for each
other, both then and now. Well shot and edited, with good atmospheric lighting.
Wide-screen format; directed by Richard Jones.
IAC Silver Seal 1998 |
Story
b&w
8.mins |
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| 5. |
IMAGES OF SALACIA
John Williams (Staffs)
A remarkable and riveting movie, in which we watch sculptor Denis Parsons
work on a beautiful, commissioned statue in lime-wood, while hearing his
thoughts and reminiscences on the sound-track.
IAC Gold Seal 1998 |
Documentary
16.mins |
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| 6. |
EXPOSED TO THE ELEMENTS
John Astin (Herts.)
An attractive and revealing movie which records a fascinating visit to the
independent island republic of Iceland.
IAC Silver Seal 1998 |
Travel
17.mins |
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| 7. |
OUT OF THE BLUE
Kristian Digby (Middx)
Ellie and Sarah are two college students living
together. This essentially adult movie follows the progress of their relationship
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NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN
IAC Gold Seal 1998 |
Story
14.mins |
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Price: £2.75 Total running time VHS 76mins.
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