SLAP

School, gum and teddy bears. An unsettling and surreal girl-pop tale about a nine year old feeling the pressures to fit in. Devoid of acceptance from her peers, Melissa’s mind unravels.

Written, directed, produced, edited and sound designed by Simone Smith. DOP David Lee.

BAFTA nominated Best Short Film
Jury Special Mention Winner - Glasgow Short Film Festival
Best Scottish Short Film Award Nominee
Best British Short Film Nominee - Leeds Film Festival
Best Short Film Winner - Southside Film Festival
Sonic Siren Nominee - Underwire Film Festival
Best International Short Film Nominee - Cork Film Festival
Best International Short Film Nominee - Cinequest

Official Selection  
Underwire Film Festival 2018
Cork Film Festival 2018
Blueprint (in association with Glasgow Short Film Festival) 2018
Two Rivers Film Festival 2018
London Short Film Festival 2019
CINEQUEST Film and Creativity Festival 2019
Crystal Palace International Film Festival 2019
Glasgow Short Film Festival 2019
The CineSkinny On Tour 2019
Inverness Film Festival 2019
Leeds International Film Festival 2019