Director Ben Ockrent's 'Edmund the Magnificent' Launches Online

21/01/2019

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21/01/2019

Sir Ian McKellen narrates heartwarming tale of acceptance

In 2017, Generator director Ben Ockrent wrote and directed the star-studded short film 'Edmund the Magnificent', produced by HAUS Pictures. Featuring performances from David Bradley, Rebecca Front and Mark Bonnar, 'Edmund the Magnificent' tells the tale of a lonely farmer’s attempt to rekindle his former, pig-rearing glory days.

With its rich, warm colour palette and lyrical narration (the dulcet tones of Sir Ian McKellen, no less) the film has a storybook quality which services it’s uncynical exploration of acceptance. As with the aforementioned farmer, Edmund is bound to warm your heart.

After the successful stint around global festivals, the full film is now launching online. Check it out below.

Recognitions

Official Selection Encounters Film Festival 2017.

Official Selection Galway Film Festival 2017.

Official Selection Austin Film Festival 2017.

Official Selection Palmsrings Shortsfest 2017.

Nominated for Best East Anglian Short at Norwich Film Festival 2017.

Official Selection Norwich Film Festival 2017.

Official Selection Bristol Pride Festival 2018

Official Selection Florence Queer Festival 2018.

Official Selection Festival MIX Milano 2018.

Official Selection QUEERSICHT Film Festival 2018.