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BEST SCOTTISH DIRECTOR WIN
November 5th 2024
Last month, ‘Bait’ and it’s director David C. Murphy received the Best Scottish Director award at The HB Film Festival. Here’s what David had to say about the experience:
“Still in disbelief to have been awarded Best Scottish Director for our film ‘Bait’. It was a weekend filled with inspiring films and talented filmmakers. Huge congratulations to everyone who showcased their work – the level of talent in Scottish and independent film is incredible. Thank you again to all involved in the festival for a truly unforgettable experience!”
‘Bait’ is still taking part in film festivals. Like this page for updates on any upcoming screenings.
BEST SCOTTISH FILM NOMINATION
September 12th 2024
More incredible news for the cast and crew of ‘Bait’, as the film has also been nominated for Best Scottish Film at The HB Film Festival!
‘Bait’ will be screening on Sunday 6th October as part of the four-day event.
BEST MALE ACTOR NOMINATION
September 9th 2024
We’re delighted to announce that John McQuiston has been nominated for Best Male actor at The HB Film Festival for his performance in ‘Bait’.
We wish him a huge congratulations!
WORLD PREMIERE - SUNDAY 6TH OCTOBER
September 7th 2024
‘Bait’ will have it’s World Premiere as part of The HB Film Festival on Sunday 6th October. The film is screening as part of the ‘Yes Sir, We Can Boogie’ programme at 3pm, celebrating Scotland with a curation of films from Scottish filmmakers.
The festival has four days of great indie filmmaking. The full programme can be viewed here: https://www.hbfilmfestival.com/programme
FILM FESTIVAL SELECTION
August 28th 2024
We are delighted to announce that ‘Bait’ has been selected for the 2024 edition of The HB Film Festival! The festival is to take place from the 3rd-6th October at the Wynd Centre in Paisley.
We can’t wait to be part of it. Follow The HB Film Festival or our page for further updates on the screening and programme.
TRAILER DROP
April 11th 2024
Watch the official teaser trailer for ‘Bait’, currently submitting to film festivals.
Starring John McQuiston, Ronan Doyle, Sasha MacPherson & Glynis Wozniak
Written, Produced and Directed by David C. Murphy
Director of Photography: Miroslaw Czubaszek
Associate Producer: Giovanni Crolla
Production Designer: Jess Haji
Composer: Liam MacLean
DIT and Colourist: Derek Gereg
Script Supervisor: Jess Haji, Lucy McKenna
Script Consultant: Liam Hollywood
Camera Assistant: Giovanni Crolla
Stills Photographer: Ben McKay
Sound Recordist: Gemma McAdam
Make-up Artist: Joanna Marquis
Featured Supporting Artists: Scott Houston, John King
FIRST REVIEW
April 2nd 2024
‘Bait’ has been reviewed by Olivia Ballington of Indy Reviews.
“A fine example of why we need short films.”
“John McQuiston as Alistair is subtle but passionate. He claims the role with conviction.”
Read the full review at https://indyreviews.com/bait-short-film-review/
OFFICIAL POSTER
February 2nd 2024
Check out the official poster for David C. Murphy’s upcoming short film ‘Bait’!
Poster photo by Ben McKay.
BAIT CAST AND CREW PREMIERE
November 23rd 2023
Last Friday, GMAC Film hosted the cast and crew premiere of ‘Bait’.
We would like to take this opportunity to thank GMAC Film for hosting the event and everyone involved in creating the film. It was a night to remember and we can’t wait for more people to see it.
‘Bait’ is currently being submitted to film festivals.
BAIT CAST ANNOUNCEMENT
September 5th 2023
Glynis Wozniak will play the part of Jean.
Glynis shared her initial reaction when approached for the role: “My first thoughts when I was invited to play Jean was ‘She’s old. How can I play old when I feel so young?’. But then I remembered, it was a film by David C. Murphy, and I love his work, and with the opportunity to be vulnerable, I had to say yes. I also loved the story arc and the crew were amazing at holding the space for my vulnerability.”
BAIT CAST ANNOUCEMENT
August 29th 2023
Sasha MacPherson will play the part of Kate.
Reflecting on her time in the role, Sasha said: “I loved working on ‘Bait’. There was an abundance of talent to play against and a lot of new people I’d happily work with again. It was even easier coming on board after reading David’s great script which we were able to bring it to life in a fun and safe environment, especially given the nature of the topic we were filming about.”
BAIT CAST ANNOUNCEMENT
August 24th 2023
Ronan Doyle will play the part of Tom.
Ronan said this of his role in the film:: “Bait was great fun to work on! My favourite characters to work on are those with layers and a handful of different motivations. David wrote a fantastic character for me and one who I hugely enjoyed playing around with.”
BAIT CAST ANNOUCEMENT
August 22nd 2023
John McQuiston will play the part of Charles.
This is what John wanted to say about being cast in the film: “When I was cast and after reading the script, having worked with David previously, I knew that this was going to be a huge challenge to tell a very hard hitting and extremely relevant story that would test the abilities of the cast and crew.”
BAIT SHORT FILM COMING SOON
August 22nd 2023
An actor hired to play a vulnerable victim as part of an investigative television sting, finds himself challenged by a pressure salesman, the voices in his ear and his own need for justice.
Follow the ‘Bait’ Facebook to for updates on the short film’s release and BEHIND-THE-SCENES content. TRAILER, POSTER, SCREENINGS and more will be revealed soon!
LEFT WINS BEST FILM
December 1st 2022
Thursday was an unbelievable evening! Our short film LEFT won Best Film at Cafe Flicker’s The BIG Flick!
The standard of filmmaking on display was phenomenal and just to share the screen with these films was an immense honour. I want to thank everyone involved at Café Flicker and GMAC Film for putting on such brilliant events all year long and their unwavering support for indie filmmakers.
This project wouldn’t have been possible without every one of the talented cast and crew. A special shout out to Liam MacLean who I neglected to mention in the heat of the moment during the award speech, his soundtrack set the tone and added so much emotional weight to the film. I’m so chuffed at what we were all able to achieve together.
The film will be made available freely online this month. Keep an eye out for the release date!
LEFT SCREENING AT THE BIG FLICK
November 30th 2022
LEFT: A Dating App Love Story will be screening as part of The Big Flick tomorrow at GMAC Film in Glasgow. This is Café Flicker’s end of year finale, featuring all the winners from the monthly editions throughout 2022.
It promises to be a brilliant night celebrating independent filmmaking and we are honoured to be part of it alongside so many great short films.
All the details can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/events/848275989541574
LEFT WINS AT JULY'S CAFÉ FLICKER
July 8th 2022
LEFT SCREENING AT CAFÉ FLICKER TONIGHT
July 7th 2022
Left: A Dating App Love Story will be screening as part of Café Flicker at GMAC Film in Glasgow tonight.
There will be a Q&A alongside the screening. It promises to be an exciting night of indie short films from Scottish Filmmakers, get along if you can!
BEST EDITING AWARD WIN
October 18th 2021
Delighted to share that my short film LEFT won for Best Edit at The HB Film Festival last night! It was a brilliant weekend of film and for it to be capped off with taking home an award was incredible.
Huge congratulations to all the filmmakers, the quality of independent Scottish film blows me away. Thank you to everyone involved in the festival for putting on such a perfect event. It’s a night I will never forget.
FURTHER NOMINATION - BEST EDITING
September 25th 2021
We are honoured to announce that as well as our Best Short Film nomination, LEFT has also been nominated for Best Editing at The HB Film Festival!
David C. Murphy, the editor of LEFT, would like to give a huge thank you to The HB Film Festival for this amazing nomination.
LEFT is screening as part of the Scottish programme on Saturday 16th October at The Wynd Centre, Paisley. With the Award Ceremony taking place on Sunday 17th October. Tickets available now at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/hb-film-festival-23433649278
BEST SHORT FILM - NOMINATION
September 21st 2021
We are delighted to announce that LEFT has been nominated for Best Short Film at The HB Film Festival
A huge congratulations to the amazing cast and crew for this brilliant achievement!
LEFT is screening as part of the Scottish programme on Saturday 16th October at The Wynd Centre, Paisley. Tickets available now at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/hb-film-festival-23433649278
SCOTTISH SHORT FILM FESTIVAL STARTS THIS SATURDAY
September 9th 2021
Don’t miss your chance to catch LEFT and over twenty other Scottish short films at the Scottish Short Film Festival – SSFF which begins online this Saturday!
Tickets available now at www.scottishshortfilmfestival.com. Your ticket will allow full access to the entire programme between 11-18th September to watch at your leisure.
LEFT SCREENING IN PAISLEY AS PART OF THE HB FILM FESTIVAL
September 7th 2021
We are proud to announce that LEFT has been made an Official Selection at The HB Film Festival! This will be an in-person event taking place 15th-17th October. More details are coming soon.
LEFT NOMINATED FOR SCOTTISH SHORT FILM FESTIVAL AWARD
August 25th 2021
The Scottish Short Film Festival have recently announced the award nominees for this years edition. We are delighted to share that LEFT has been nominated for Most Creative/Original Film, sponsored by Private House Stays.
The award ceremony is to be streamed LIVE on social media on Saturday 18th September at 7pm and hosted by Olivia Millar Ross.
Tickets for SSFF available now: www.scottishshortfilmfestival.com
EDINBURGH FRINGE SCREENING - 24TH AUGUST
August 7th 2021
As some of you may know, LEFT will be screening at the Edinburgh Fringe this year as part of the Nightpiece Film Festival. Here are all the details if you want to come along!
LEFT is showing in the 24th August programme entitled ‘Communication’ alongside seven other phenomenal shorts from around the world. The event is taking place at Symposium Hall at 10.15pm.
Tickets available now via Edinburgh Festival Fringe at https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/nightpiece-film-festival?fbclid=IwAR3Vg8_tcGSOAighqtK7o99LIHc8dKznZvkBguKOjWQZW2L77RptANQEfhk
SCOTTISH SHORT FILM FESTIVAL - OFFICIAL SELECTION
August 1st 2021
It’s an honour to share that LEFT has been selected for this year’s edition of the Scottish Short Film Festival!
SSFF 2021 will take place online between 11-18th September. Visit Scottish Short Film Festival – SSFF Facebook page for more information.
Thank you to all our amazing cast, crew and supporters for making this film happen.
LEFT SCREENING AT EDINBURGH FRINGE
June 22nd 2021
We are delighted to announce that LEFT has been selected for the Nightpiece Film Festival and will be screening as part of the Edinburgh Fringe in August and at The Avenue Theatre in Kent in October!
Edinburgh (exact dates and final times to be announced)
theSpaceUK @ Surgeons Hall, Nicolson Street
Sun 22 – Sat 28 August, Evening Slots
England (times to be announced)
The Avenue Theatre, Sittingbourne
Sat 2 & Sun 3 October, All day programming
BEST DIRECTOR NOMINATION
April 26th 2021
Delighted to share that Writer/Director David C. Murphy has been nominated for Best Director (Short Film) at the Unrestricted View Film Festival for his work on LEFT. The awards will be presented on Sunday 2nd May.
LEFT will be premiering as part of the festival this Wednesday 28th April. UVFF normally screens in several London venues including Vue Islington, Screen on the Green and Hen & Chickens Theatre, however it is taking place online this year.
The festival brochure can be downloaded here: https://www.unrestrictedview.co.uk/…/UVFF-2021-Brochure…
Tickets (Festival Passes & Day Passes) can be bought via credit card at https://www.unrestrictedview.co.uk/ or via PayPal at https://uvff.co.uk/book-tickets. A 50% discount is currently available with code UVFF2150 if made by credit card at https://www.unrestrictedview.co.uk/
PREMIERE - UNRESTRICTED VIEW FILM FESTIVAL
April 6th 2021
We are proud to announce that LEFT will be premiering as part of this year’s Unrestricted View Film Festival on Wednesday 28th April. UVFF normally screens in several London venues including Vue Islington, Screen on the Green and Hen & Chickens Theatre, however it is taking place online this year.
We can’t wait to finally be able to share the film and showcase the stunning work of our cast and crew.
The festival brochure can be downloaded here: https://www.unrestrictedview.co.uk/…/UVFF-2021-Brochure…
BEST SCREENPLAY NOMINATION
March 30th 2021
We are excited to share that Left was nominated for Best Screenplay at the Feel The Reel International Film Festival!
Writer and Director David C. Murphy would like to thank Feel The Reel International Film Festival for this honour and their continued support of independent filmmaking. See the rest of the award nominees and winners here: https://www.feelthereeliff.com/february-2021
FIRST REVIEW IS IN
March 18th 2021
Left: A Dating App Love Story has been reviewed by Vlad A.G of Feel The Reel International Film Festival. Here is what he had to say:
“Ross Warner does a fantastic work portraying Jack, a young man with high hopes of finding love at every corner, being the youngsters’ prototype nowadays trying to skip the chit-chat and find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. ‘Left’ is not just a short fiction film, but a sociologic case study that deserves to be in every film enthusiast’s spotlight.”
Read the full review here: https://www.feelthereeliff.com/left-review
LEFT SELECTED FOR FILM FESTIVAL
March 30th 2021
We are delighted to share that Left has been selected for Feel The Reel International Film Festival! 
You can vote for us in the Audience Award at the bottom of this page: https://www.feelthereeliff.com/february-2021 Awards to be announced on 24th March!
You can vote for us in the Audience Award at the bottom of this page: https://www.feelthereeliff.com/february-2021 Awards to be announced on 24th March!Congratulations to the amazing cast and crew!
Copyright 2024 – David C. Murphy