UNCLE is based on the true story of a man murdered while in government custody. (The officers involved in the killing were never criminally charged nor suffered any disciplinary repercussions, leaving the surviving family members without justice or closure.)
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Set in ‘90s London, this short film, written and directed by Michelle Jones, shares the perspective of a teenage girl as she learns of her uncle’s passing, and we watch as an “emotional roller-coaster” unfolds on the day of his funeral.
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We’re pleased to announce that UNCLE was selected to screen at the 9th annual BUTE STREET FILM & ART FESTIVAL, which is taking place April 13-15, 2023 , in Luton (Bedfordshire, England). To learn more, please visit: https://www.butestreetfilmfestival.com/
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We extend our thanks to all at BUTE STREET and congratulate our cast and crew. (Their Instagram tags follow.)
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Written & Directed by @iammichjones
Producers @adialfa_official @zinaalfa @iammichjones
Executive Producers @lucasaferrara @burridgesam @colajanneti
Director of Photography @ericmyers_dp
1st AD @muriel_effulgent
Production & Costume Design @artvomit
Art Dept @artvomitstudios @roisino_ @lorahmc @maeva_margaret
Lighting Department @lightingbyjoe
Production Assistant @charliesamuel__
Hair & Makeup @adialfa_official
Actress @joylizzieee
Editor @reiffgskl
Animator @jcartify
Colourist @thevin.kumar
Sound @alexshesha
Photography @rackzmedia
In association with @mediaworx_film
Special thanks to @salt.tv
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Now let’s hear you scream: UNCLE!
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