Two Short Nights trophy
We’ve all got some kind of vision of the future, even if it’s just what would be nice for tea. Now you can put your Mary Shelley-esque nightmares to good use and come up with new design for the Two Short Nights award - the Exeter Phoenix film festival that is the showcase for local and international talent. This year’s theme is Visions of the Future, and yup, yours truly are once again sponsors.
For more details email info@dandcfilm.co.uk
This is last year’s super trophy, which combined the wonderful artistry of Helen Snell and the circuit trickery of George Lazenbleep.
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