'A Lamb's Tale'
Hello All and a special thank you to all of you who read, commented or were in anyway generally supportive of ‘A Lamb’s Tale’ , my entry into the Your Big Break – 100% NZ competition.
The winner (as chosen by Peter ‘Lord of The Rings’ Jackson) was Andres Borghi from Argentina and you can watch his winning entry and the five finalists here:
http://www.your-big-break.com/
As you may know, ‘A Lamb’s Tale’ wasn’t shortlisted but 2331 views in a week ain’t bad but it’s got me back into gear and I now have a few projects in development so watch this space…
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Ferran Brooks said…I like too much “A LAMB´S TALE” for me it got “soul”, and poiunts in common with my “THE PROMISED LAND”. Thanks you too for your great words my friend, remember to send me a lamb when you arrive there! I have a special admiration for the actors, ussually i think that you got “valor”, because is brave to expose like that for the others! Best whishes for you! (by the way you got my vote!)
Amanda Gordon said…Brilliant. I could see it all in my mind just from reading the script. I went from reading all the ext.day/ shore.day bits etc, to being completely drawn into the story. Cleverly bringing together all those strands, NZ scenery, quality of life, nature, culture, the past and present and not forgetting rugby, in such a short captivating story. Well done. Here’s to your future exploits Hywel. Hope you win!
Deanne Durkan said…This entry is a true film short as opposed to a commercial – grabs you right away and yet is lovely and moving. Should win!
Linda Emmanuel said…Beautiful story, touching, exciting and warm, sharing with us the best of us. I would love to see this in full. I have yet to visit New Zealand, however, I am sure that should I ever go I will have these images in mind
Chloe Davies said…I really like the rhythm of the piece – it’s also very visual and imaginative . I would love to see this made and think that it captures the magical spirit and story of New Zealand .
Maeve Ryan said…This made me cry (it sneaks up on you!) A lovely effortless switch from past NZ to present, an un-corny, easy preview of the NZ prowess on the rugby field, a celebration of its beauty and a fresh, new, young protagonist juxtaposed against the old, wise, original settler Maori man. Loved it, well dome, hope this gets made. Beautiful. There’s tension in this, but an overwhelming sense of peace. Makes me want to jump on a plane out of London to here now!
Melanie Smith said…Very visual, heartfelt and and great rhythm. As a Scot who would love to visit New Zealand this felt very personal yet universal, enjoyed the haggis reference! Mystery, discovery and a feeling your imagination is the limit – go NZ! I hope this gets made. You’ve not left it too late!
Catherine Royle said…A really compelling story conjuring up powerful images of the raw, rugged and pure beauty of New Zealand. The script gripped me right to its unpredictable finale and it made me laugh! Fingers crossed this one gets made. Best of luck with it!
Darren Bancroft said…Superb, beautiful script, love this guys desire and energy, would love to see this on screen, just hope I’m not to late to vote?!?!!!!
DaiBrynteg said…An imaginative and original narrative that cleverly and simply evokes “New Zealand” in terms of history, culture, people and place so succinctly. I think it’s an idea begging to be realised!
Angie Ruiz said…I would love to see this—the script presents such wonderful visuals. I can only imagine how beautiful it would be on film. I hope I get to see it!:) Best of Luck, Hywel.
Tanya Franks said…It certainly conjures up images of New Zealand and on top of that watching this would be a beautiful way to spend three minutes of my time. To all you powers that be, make sure this film is made!
Lynn Hunter said…This is a great example of a complete story being told with great imagination. It’s perfectly self contained and is exciting,endearing and moving. Well done Hywel I do hope you get the chance to make it, you and it deserve it. Lynn
Mark Field said…Great Stuff, a real engrossing story. As all adverts should be.
Dyfrig Morris said…This little gem has everything including, crucially, a really secure sense of place and history without beating one around the head. I can see you would make this with a great deal of elegance coupled with a cheeky edge and I hope you get the chance. Cheers, Dyfrig
Adam McCready said…I enjoyed reading this script enormously. Great concise, clear storytelling with tension. Very charming without sentimentality.
Jonathan Holloway said…Dear Hywel, I read your short script with great interest. I was surprised at how quickly your lean descriptions conjured a period setting, an idyllic landscape and a tense, absorbing narrative that could be realised applying relatively modest resources. There’s an elegance about the idea, and although it deals with familiar emotions I think it does so in a way that is really very attractive. I genuinely hope you get the chance to do it.
With all good wishes,
Jonathan Holloway FRSA
Playwright,
Founder and Artistic Director, Red Shift Theatre Company (UK Ltd)
Glyn Cannon said…Good stuff. Looking forward to some LambCam POV shots…
Ferran Brooks said…Really you´re an actor? Nice script!
James Rhodes said…It says the competition is closed so am gutted vote for this but it is truly a great piece of writing… I saw everything he was thinking and, I don’t know about the SETTLERS, but I was transfixed! Well done and it get’s my vote if I could vote!
Octavia Mackenzie said…This is beautiful. Brilliantly written, so much so that I could see it and feel it happening as I read. Gave me tingles. Must be made and in my opinion should win. I love it. Would certainly make me, as a Scot, want to settle there!
Gwilym Lee said…I’m not sure whether I’m still in time to vote or not – but I was truly inspired by this entry. It harks back to an age of discovery but in with an attitude of humanity, equality and friendship. A true inspitation for a modern, fearful, inward looking, xenophobic community. And rugby is the binding force! Who could ask for any better olive branch? Good luck!
Patricia O’Grady said…I so wish I’d looked at this earlier so I could have voted for it! Lovely vision of New Zealand’s native beauty, original and adventurous spirit with a cute British twist. Good luck!
jono smith said…I love this little treatment its reminds me of the opening of the Piano. As a Kiwi cinematograhpher it would be a joy to shoot on some lonely West coast beach and is technically possible as a two day shoot. A Lambs tale/tail? is one of the most visual stories of the ones I’ve read and I hope it wins.
Katie Wimpenny said…What a beautiful script, so vivid and alive. I was drawn in simply by the picture! The script keeps you guessing right until the end. A real nice feel to it. Really hope this one gets made and this guy clearly knows his stuff. Best of luck to him!
Alice Pritchard said…The photograph sums up the simplicity and beauty of the script for me. Each section of the narrative creates high impact pictures in my mind, all of which give a positive impression of NZ. The nature and humanity of the piece reflects the country itself. I would love to see this made, and it has inspired me to start creating too!
Hannah Thomson said…What a lovely, engaging script – it’s moving, funny and surprising. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it and would love to see it realised. Good luck!
Al Giannini said…We need to see this made.Hywell Morgan has a unique voice
Jules Harper said…Love this, so very different from the rest.
Annie Horan said…A perfectly wonderful short film, such a simple and effective story told so beautifully through the characters we meet and the images we see truly loyal to the wonderful country New Zealand is!!! If the New Zealand Tourist Board don’t use it I am sure the Scots will! My advice is don’t let this one go!!!
Nicola Harrison said…I love this story! Really heartwarming and funny – you expect a certain prejudice but that is overcome and the friendships between settlers and indigenous people has lasted over the ages. I love the throwing of the haggis! A beautiful mix of cultures. I would very much like to see this realised.
Ben McAllister said…I really enjoyed the way that the story begins building tension and then has a mini climax before introducing the humour. Haggis is a lovely touch. It is a strongly visual script that you connect to immediately and would film wonderfully. A very strong contender.Best of luck.
Matthew Cooper said…This will definately be one to watch! An absolutely heartwarming script.An impressionable piece that describes the Maori as an agile yet powerful force not to be reckoned with but has a warm heart and gentle! A humbling piece! Nice one!!
Sean Kempton said…I would love to see this made . it is beautiful and heartfelt. I like this guys energy and feel he can translate this to the screen. mr PJ this is your pick.
Suzanne Cheal said…When do we get to see this on the big screen??!! A wonderfully powerful story that would appeal to all.
Lia Buddle said…Sounds stunning – I’d love to see this! Pob lwc!!
Colleen Prendergast said…I welled up reading this. Just beautiful – this guy has real vision, and the story is told with wit, economy and delicate emotion. This HAS to win – I can see it being a classic ad in years to come. Outstanding.
Gerald Best said…Loved this idea gives a sense of history and invites the viewer to learn more about New Zealand culture and more importantly go and experience it for yourself.
Stewart Cairns said…A brilliant, imaginative, inovative idea which I think would connect well with audiences. Heartfelt, simple story telling at it’s very best with a real sence of New Zealand past and present told with a genuine feeling of mystery, wonder and awe.
Douglas Carr said…Very evocative of what it might have been like for those early visitors and a powerful link to what it could still be like today. 3 minutes does not seem enough to enjoy all possibilities the script presents. I am desperate to see it, it has got to be made.
Jane Lamacraft said…Brilliant! Would love to see this beautiful idea realised.
Sass Fitzgerald said…Lovely idea and lovely feel to the whole thing. Loved the link to the past from the present day and it makes you want to more about the older lady especially. No cliches in this one which is refreshing.
Robert Harper said...I absolutely adore this treatment. I can see it all in my mind as I read it. Sublime. It’s got to be made.
Charles O’Keefe said…An intriguing story setup leading to a clever satisfying twist of imagination, leaving me wanting to know much more about our characters.
Geraldine Geraghty said...A lovely and fitting idea to reflect New Zealand’s natural purity. I would love to see THIS one made.
Amy Marston said...I love the imagination that has gone into this story, knitting together elements of NZ and it’s history using beautiful imagery. A script I’d love to see made.
Jonathan Morgan said…Something really different -and real substance that gives a brief glimpse of New Zealand’s rich history and culture. Good not to see the usual cliché’d aerial shots of surfers..
Nasina Gillan said…This is such an impressive storyboard.I really like how the haggis represents a rugby ball, genius! I like the moving storyboard. Great script, would like to see this in film format!
Kezia Burrows said…This really grabbed my attention and is definately a piece i would be interested in seeing develope, very different,brave,clever and full of creativity both in story, visually and sound.V impressed.This guy is the real deal.
Tom Kellett said…I really enjoyed the idea of this fim and would love to see it after it’s been filmed.
Amelia Shankland said… feels like the new zealand i remember. Good luck, i think it could be a very beautiful piece x
Madhura said…A Good One!
Jeff Teare said…My sort of film! Short, sharp and to the point and where I live in Wales is full of sheep. I believe there’s a few in NZ too? As to only writing ‘what you know’ – It didn’t work for Shakespeare!
Beatrice Curnew said…I loved this fresh, exhilerating pitch. This competition is meant to capture the essence/spirit of NZ. This does. Seriously one to watch out for!
Andi Osho said…Very compelling story, intriguing, beautifully paced. I’m looking forward to seeing this made. A very different take on the theme.
Freddo said…What a lovely concept. It avoids all the usual tourist cliches yet encapsulates the history, mystery and curiosity.
Rachael Battistini said…Beautiful imagery and a simple, but strikingkly poignant moment captured. Very good luck Hywel