REAPPEAR | Award Winning British Short Film | Romantic Adventure

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A BAFTA qualifying, romantic short film, from the founder of The British Short Film Awards, about a son retracing the steps of his late Father, with the hopes of recreating a photo of him but finds out his own story is just beginning.
Screened at:
Cinequest 2021
Foyle Festival 2020
Norwich Film Festival 2020
Raindance Film Festival 2020
Bolton International Film Festival 2021
Ferrara Film Festival 2020
Starring:
Freddie Wise
Ellise Chappell
Belinda Stewart-Wilson
Portia Leslie
Directed by Tommy Clarke
Produced by Mark Stothert
Cinematography by Lorenzo Levrini
Edited by Olly Stothert

[@tommyclarke9558]

Hi everyone, I just wanted to come back and say another thank you for all the lovely comments and feedback. It's really got me thinking about finishing the full movie screenplay, so..... how about if this gets 1m views I get a feature film made of it? :)

[@RakiReviews-bu6hp]

Make your feature film ready as this will surely cross 1 million

[@nataliadelianidi1690]

This is beautiful to watch. A story that one is happy to watch again because it's time it was something new to share. I watched it last night and again this morning to give it a different attention. Loved the storyline and acting last night and find myself, in addition, this morning to appreciate the cinematic feel, photography and acting.

[@FauzanMusyafa]

PLEEEEASSSEEE OH PLEASE im sure this will get even more than 1M!

[@pruthveshmandle4978]

I want to know what happens next.

[@slaugh77ify]

Please do. But let them live and love for a long time, with no bad

[@tommyclarke9558]

Hi guys, Tommy here the Director and co-writer of Reappear. Just wanted to say such a massive thank you for all your wonderful comments. It was my first short film so I know it's not perfect, but your kind comments having given me a boost to explore the story and see if there's a feature film in there :) And please do share the film with friends, family, social media followers, everyone!! Getting it out there is the hard bit so any sharing is really appreciated :)

[@eljox]

for your very first short film it was a wonderful film. seriously, great job! one of my favorites that I have ever seen! I really hope that we get news someday for a feature film! we will be watching!

[@sutlive22]

I think it is perfect the way it is!

[@RoRoRoCda]

I loved it 💗 I also think it would be interesting to explore these characters.

[@arlenebell2516]

It would be fabulous to do flashback sequences to see why the Dad was there and the parents love story like in the show This is Us. Wonderful short....loved it.

[@tommyclarke9558]

@@eljox Thanks so much!! Please do share it if you think others would enjoy it :)

[@teresagotteinmartinez5152]

A perfect reflection of two strangers getting to know each other in the blink of en eye through the sharing of one's pain. Beautiful.

[@TheBritishShortFilmAwards]

Perfectly summarised!

[@maxinerussman1621]

A film about kindness…….we need more of these.

[@RakiReviews-bu6hp]

'It's cool with cigarette' "Sorry it's it's what killed him" Great film that brought a smile in my face and made by day...thanks to all who made this film and thanks to one that wrote the above dialouge...I am extremely grateful to you guys for making my day!

[@idkidontknow8009]

I just adore how this young man honors his parents. Its almost rare to find parents with children that give them the respect and honor that they deserve.😔

[@faizaahmed1521]

Muslims do, never ceases til the end of times

[@monkeytennis8861]

​@@faizaahmed1521meanwhile, in the 21st century, respect and honour are earnt.

[@1111sage]

​@faizaahmed1521 we can all learn from you.😢

[@mosthated.e.2422]

If the parents are honorable

[@RyanGhereAIA]

I like the fact that he went back home to finish his gift and not run directly after the girl. Maybe he goes to the show with mom...?

[@ellieg40]

this could easily be expanded into a feature film - loved the characters so well played by Ellise and Freddie

[@H0neybee_]

Agree 100%

[@torianews3422]

Me too!! It’s arty and down to earth and makes you want to know more about the characters !!! Beautifully acted beautifully made!!

[@gb9877]

@@torianews3422 Me too👌👍😃

[@marydonohoe8200]

Please do expand on these wonderful characters! Our imaginations are great, but your story-telling is so effective. Thanks for a lovely experience!

[@cmessett11]

I agree, but the beauty of these shorts is the not knowing; not being spoon fed the whole story. Contrasted against everything being made into a 15 part series these days!

[@gailrupprecht9481]

Such anticipation at the ending. Did he go to the show? You know he did! Then what?

[@lenzalafonso9508]

This should made into a full movie. The atmosphere, story, actors all fit very well. I wanted to see more of it.

[@chakibayoub17]

I’m not a native English speaker so i’m trying to learn this language trough these kind of short movies but from all movies i have watched i felt something special about this one and it really made my day So please give us a favor and complete the rest of the this beautiful story I hope the expressions and words i used are correct or at least you could understand me people and sorry if i made any error ❤️

[@RhondaO]

As a Young Widow I can tell you This hit Home. Accurate and Beautiful

[@julieugo4407]

❤

[@tommyclarke9558]

thank you for the kind words :)

[@tydas1982]

Beautiful ! The waitress, the male lead and Christina had such beautiful smiles . The subdued storyline was so natural and touching

[@johnnyyen3007]

Amazing! So atmospheric, and acted to perfection. I hope the lad had the sense at the end to seize the moment, go to the exhibition and not lose the opportunity that only comes once in a lifetime... Please, make this into a long feature film or book, it has the ingredients to be one of the best love stories ever ❤

[@TheBritishShortFilmAwards]

There is something in the works we are told!

[@tommyclarke9558]

Thanks for your kind words Johnny :)

[@junemacauley6813]

@@Johnny Yen I’m sure he & his mum both went 🤗💕

[@nyantakyibannor9328]

I was wondering why he didn't ask for her number

[@Aguamarina38]

Johnny Yen: I've just wondering you have put in words my thoughts about this short film gem. Excellent for a motion movie and book, indeed.

[@Aviram124]

In a short film every frame has to tell the story. This film tells a story that leaves you wanting to fill in the blanks. Is is well done and I applaud you from the theater floor.

[@CChrisS217]

Wow, that pulled at my heartstrings. I finally found my daughter after 32 years (I live in a different country). I went home to meet her (she now lives in Bournemouth), it was vey emotional, and she graciously took me on a tour of Bournemouth and area and of course the Pier. Great video, thank you.

[@user-lq9zo5lx5z]

this is so touching, as a 70 years old man, I had not had such a feeling after watching this film for quite a long time.

[@ericakang]

This was so beautiful. Pain in life is inevitable, but being able to heal with someone and getting stronger from it is also such wonderful parts of life. I loved that the guy did not hide his pain and also allowed the girl to help him. The lingering was beautiful and sincere. I would've asked if I could give him a hug, but also I could tell she hugged him through her eyes. Koreans also hold back at times and I have noticed that similarity with British culture as well. It was expressed so beautifully. It was shot so beautifully and written so well. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@TheBritishShortFilmAwards]

we're glad you enjoyed it so much :)

[@ericakang]

@@TheBritishShortFilmAwards 💗

[@amandamorgan2802]

She held back? I thought she was rather forthcoming.And I am South African,not even Korean, etc.

[@ericakang]

@@amandamorgan2802 that is so interesting ☺️must be cultural differences

[@asmahamidullah9571]

Beautiful film! It speaks to the power of love and to resilience of the human spirit. He is a wonderful son! 🤲🏽❤🤲🏽🇹🇹

[@yvonnepagan9912]

That was just wonderful! A quiet little film, with no violence, no bluster, no moral. Just a sweet little story with one endless possibility. I always say, “ Out of all bad things, comes some good!” Thank you for showing it.

[@kellyronalds1998]

What a great little film! I loved the idea of the young man re- enacting his dad's photo. The chemistry and connection between the two characters is so strong, just makes you really want to see what happens next. Loved it.

[@maxmedia6524]

Gosh...what a great piece of work! You’ve just gotta please give us a sequel. We need to see what happens upon his return to see her! We’ll be waiting...

[@ritakapoor1]

Yes

[@shiny8959]

Yahh right 🔥

[@christyg3867]

Bitin...more...next episode please😊

[@kmsm832]

I think it's good as it is. Some tales can be kept small, otherwise essence may get lost. I like how the lad wanted to honor his dad with a similar photo. And christina helped him to achieve his mission.

[@user-rr4xu2cr6l]

Just found this and it was beautiful. The combination of loss and hope made me cry. This is film making at its best.

[@TheBritishShortFilmAwards]

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[@Lordknowswhere]

Thanks for your beautiful work 🙏🏼 every single thing was just perfect 🌸

[@lostsoul3230]

What about next? We want to see exhibition too

[@Aguamarina38]

Tenderness is the core of this amazing short story. Beautiful footage and characters performance.

[@seegxyber4803]

'SURE WℹLL‼🤓 A completely riveting universal human sagette-nothing superfluous. I see why yours was selected. (I'd love to subscribe to the '#series'👌😎.

[@5656flowergirl]

I loved everything about this. 🎉❤❤

[@user-ji8cj8im4k]

She's acting was really pure and when she going with She's smile this is magical 💙

[@audie143143]

A year later and this little film popped up in my feeds. It was wonderful. I really didn't see any flaws other than I would have liked the story to continue with the two of them going to the showing and lots of other good stuff happening from there for all three of the characters. Great job!

[@leelaural]

let your imagination run wild...the look on the young man's face when his mum mentioned the exhibition.....

[@victoriawolf5600]

Beautiful! I was totally lost in it from the moment he set eyes on her.

[@nklover24]

This was really good and very moving. I want you to know that we support you and this film and want to see a part 2. Please, it is written and acted out so well, I'd even like to see it as a mini series too!

[@cervelo9465]

Emotional. The mum looked like Will's mum from the Inbetweeners. The waitress from the cafe was hot stuff.

[@nivedita6997]

That's one of the best short film I hv ever seen! Cinematography, direction, story 10/10

[@TheBritishShortFilmAwards]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@voudalemh418]

Even though it’s just 13 minutes, however the director and the lad beside the lady give us a short atmospheric, fascinating and dramatic story ❤️

[@sanjayamishra7199]

Ushers in an inchoate feeling. Thanks to the team behind this endearing movie.

[@sandra8991]

Wow, this movie was randomly recommended. I used to cycle on that path between the piers to work. I don't live in the UK anymore and I felt my own grief together with his watching this. Thank you for this opportunity 🌸

[@eljox]

the smile i had throughout the entire thing... this needs to be a feature film!!

[@Trissa.33]

me too! With a few tears towards the end..

[@jcritch42]

Wonderful movie! I want more! Christine is wonderful! I love the cinematography! I love the acting and script! The musical score is perfect! It enhances, does not over power the acting, and blends into the background supporting the acting! The facial expressions are perfect and the movements of the actors are natural. Ohhhhhhh, he should have leaned in to kiss her! Either way, I'm ready for the story to continue!

[@openyourmind3763]

Perfect film! Nostalgic, intimate and yet innocent, hopeful, good writing, acting, music and cinematography. A rare gem.

[@grahampilkington252]

Another minute to this film would have been perfect. The reappear photo of the girl at Bournemouth Pier in later life.

[@ktorpie]

Excellent, touching, well acted, well directed, realistic.....Five stars! No! TEN!!

[@TheBritishShortFilmAwards]

We will pass on those kind words, thank you :)

[@kemekoist]

Although, I'm living far away from where this beautiful film was shot I could feel and smell the actual location. Life is hard especially, for past few years because of Covid but this short film reminded me how wonderful one's life can be. I think a lot of people are waiting for this film to become a full film.

[@caralvarezhayes6657]

Oh man, this was beautiful! I wish there was a sequel!

[@slobama]

Yeah and he gets the girl

[@rapnumericcnc2181]

Same here

[@FlingerFilms]

Awesome short film! Great cinematography. I discovered this film while re-watching our film Absence of the Heart. It played as a recommended film right after ours. The on camera chemistry between the main characters is magical. Nice work Tommy and everyone who worked on this film. Beautiful work!

[@TheBritishShortFilmAwards]

🙌🏼

[@bernicebest]

What an Enchanting short story, I believe this could be made into a beautiful full length feature film! I would never have guessed this charming couple were the characters Morwenna & Jeffrey Charles from my favourite Period Drama 🎭 ‘Poldark’ until I read some of the comments! this short romantic clip could turn into something quite fantastic with this wonderfully naturally talented couple, who are really adorable ☺️ well done 👏👏

[@suecoelho467]

I “ happened” upon these shorts one day and I have to say what a masterpiece they are. Thank you for sharing your story/vision/message with us all❤. I am so grateful 😊

[@bethdrsrdp626]

I absolutely loved the interchange between the mother and her son. Having a son, similar, doing the same kind of thing, this video touched my heart. I think you portrayed it well.

[@user-hw9iq2gc2p]

such a sweet story, i wish this was longer.

[@TheBritishShortFilmAwards]

We hear a full length feature film is currently being written...

[@AnnaDurini]

@@TheBritishShortFilmAwards Then good luck 🍀 Very good ❣️ Greetings from Italy 🇮🇹🍕🎻

[@Janinto]

Past love, present love, future love, a movie that contains all of that love.

[@anastasiatselos4964]

J’ai été surprise que ça s’arrête, je n’ai pas fais attention que c’était un court métrage. Donc je reste sur ma faim. J’attends la suite... ❤

[@elithunder]

Such a beautiful film!!! Did not expect to be drawn into such emotion! Well done!! ❤❤❤

[@reneemauricesinger]

Perfect, bloody perfect. Just satisfying enough to draw your own conclusions as to what happened next. Bravo!

[@thesetruths1404]

You couldn't have selected a more beautiful and talented co-lead. Bravo.

[@sabyasachisinha4303]

It has so many favorites for me! The classy thump of Royal Enfield to the ride in the beautiful country side! The set up and cinematography is beyond words as also the chemistry between the pair♥️♥️! I yearn to see fulfilment of their love!! Beautiful heart touching romance💕💕

[@mishynaofficial]

One of the few really feel-good-short-films.

[@jennahslimani9510]

I loved that short film, it was amazing ! So cool to see Morwenna and Jeffrey Charles back together ❤️

[@jennyp4934]

I didn't realise it was Jeffrey Charles!! As for Morwenna, she was my favourite character in Poldark. Loved this film and it tugged at my heart strings all the way.

[@junemacauley6813]

@Tommy Clarke The costume designer did well! ❤ I want to go into the scenes… Lovely sentiment, viewing through the window, viewing the past, the present… making connections.

[@suspendeddisbelief401]

God, I loved it! Made me think of my Dad - I miss him & he loved piers. Such natural performances too. Made me cry & I'm not a crier. Very well done!

[@christinebrument6851]

That was simply perfect, beautiful and sad yes but lovely too. Love to see a sequel and watch Frank and Christina fall in love. Congratulations to you and the fine actors who were so natural and believable.

[@brazil87ful]

Oh yeah please do. Finish that beautiful romance movie...🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@jeffchang93070]

I loved this piece in first, and due to some personal or vocational reasons, I felt complex these days. However, I watched it again and agian, five time in total~ The real emotion and the toching connection between people, it makes me believing in pure love of complex world. It comforts me as always, and I appreciate this master work from bottom of my heart.

[@gerryleb8575]

I don't know anything about the actors but either the man and woman are brilliant actors or they have been lovers or even spouses. The chemistry between them was amazing. This is a little jewel of a film. It is like a Fabrege egg, a small but perfect world that glimmers with precious things. Congratulations.

[@pamelamckoy7618]

found this purely by accident, was lovely! enjoyed it so much. wish i knew if he met her again....wanting more!

[@andreasingo6490]

Great Short! Felt like there were some really "pure" moments here. The romance didn't seem "far-fetched" it felt like *true moments* here. And in a way this is also romance to me. It's like a British "everyday" thing. Nothing out of the ordinary really happens here it's rather that two people do things for each other, some "plausible" things happens and the moments feel "pure". I have actually experienced these kinds of days myself so I can completely relate to it: It's not "the day" that is magic it's something we as humans "put into our day". I think it's brave for you as film-makers to really tell it how it is and not *exaggerate* it - it's easy to exaggerate things in cinema! This is beauty in simplicity from my point of view! And I don't just want to tell you about the performances, I think the *feeling* was just right in this film. Something with the color grading perhaps, something with "a seaside view"! The comments: Sometimes romance happens in an ordinary day with ordinary people even if many would say otherwise. A testament to the human spirit? Great short! If you feel like it check out my computer animated short "Manifestation" about a strange bird creature creating with magic and whose will collides with an android living nearby- some spiritual lessons to be found in there for sure! www.andreasingo.se/vault.html#manifestation Enjoy!

[@chateaux-capristovall2048]

My initial comment was going to be how I prefer no dialogue in short films. It’s more expressive to me. Little did I know that I would tear up at the end. Mom lost a love, son found a love. Something about stories that simply end on Hope. Stay hopeful.

[@bumbleguppy]

The casting was just perfect...serendipitous even.

[@neilmckay8649]

A fleeting encounter can last a lifetime, both as a reality and as a 'what if'.

[@Robert-yr1of]

I have watched many short films and this is by far the best.

[@aakashraj713]

Just wow..... Climax has really climbed to the peak which deserves to be honoured.

[@keithnewman4945]

He went back to the pier that evening, and bought his favorite art piece from the girl, and they took a late evening walk on the beach, fell in love, and mom, her son, and new daughter, lived very happily on for ever and ever.

[@logansteiner8856]

Such and beautiful movie with so much heart and soul. I loved it! It is something AI will never capture when it’s used to spit out scripts. It’s what the writers in the US are striking for…AI will never touch the soul like this did! Make it a movie!💕

[@oddquad2010]

I've shared it with136 people, Wheee !! An enjoyable jaunt tying past, present AND future together very neatly !!! Beautifully shot, great scenery and warm, real characters !!!

[@leilazarban7919]

Ohh wonderful relationship between 2 stranger and also mom and boy, love it. I always wish such an adorable relation with someone else ❤❤

[@deb9784]

Watching from the US. It showed up on my feed and looked interesting, so I took a chance! So glad I did! The characters played so beautifully! Unlike so many current films, it had character at the same time, did not include violence and/or sex! You can see their relationship blossoming! I was sad when it ended! Wanted to see these two friends reconnect! Thank you for producing this lovely film!

[@metellojacob]

Very sweet story, perfect acting, real life recreated with art, much art. Great short created by the masters of acting, the British.

[@fgbowen]

12:30 - Wow!!!!!!! - beautiful. Amazing. - loved-it. One thing I liked is... it didn't seem to feel like it had to Go-anywhere-else or be "extraordinary" in some sensational way... no. Simple story - Simple concept - good relating - Cut RIGHT TO THE HEART. Pure. Mom honoring without being dysfunctional. Really Excellent.

[@PaulEblenstein]

Awesome... speechless... thank im just wanna cry and indeed, people forget to enjoy the simple little things, thank you for this video

[@kathleen3292]

I love this woman.

[@Jeffrey-888]

This short film 'Reappear' was brilliant.

[@HV.STUDIOS]

What an amazing film. It was awesome, well shot and loved the simplicity, and the screenplay took me to the moment. Loved it ❤

[@whitzala]

This was absolutely brilliant! So simple and so engaging. Beautiful acting and perfect location and story!!!

[@alzychoze6591]

Made me cry in the sweetest way. Love the excellence of these short works. Subscribed.

[@danolopez662]

This world, needs more stories like this, to inspire new generations, that it's ok to out and and do something different and perhaps, even meet some one. I'd love to see a part two. 😌✌🏽

[@oddquad2010]

You cannot go wrong getting out of your world for awhile and escaping to theirs for the bit !!! Thank you for this LIL' GEM !!🤓😁😎🤗

[@mendoza.is.my.bae3]

This was amazing! So well done, I just want more!! I hope one day this can become an actual full movie. Well done to the producers and actors! ❤

[@annefoggensteiner710]

What a great film. Please make more. Took me back to my student days at Southampton University. My now husband hd a motorbike which we rode round the south coast. Beautifully produced and acted. Would make a wonderful full length film. With those actors!

[@pkcollins8300]

I LOVED this. I needed it. In this crazy world - its nice to remember magic happens.....

[@nathaliepastor2772]

Such a good short ❤ thank you very much for the feelings, places, actors, music... thank you !

[@TheresaGreen-oq4xe]

Are you kidding? This movie was fabulous and to short give me more. PLEASE!!!!!!

[@rw8873]

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE - it's clarity, simplicity, beauty. Thank you and best of wishes for your continued careers - everyone involved.

[@hadassah8578]

This is so beautiful... my heart aches as I was swept away so peacefully on this journey ...Heavenly Father creates such beautiful stories of love.

[@1969Kismet]

I'll chop the onions, you can make a cup of tea. Lovely short film, great cast, beautiful light.

[@jimmiekayfisher9214]

I really want to see the future story! If this short can be so beautifully told image how wonderful the next chapter would me! Great work

[@oswald1555]

Too much wholesomeness with beautiful cinematography in 13 minutes, probably best film which promotes to stop smoking. Great job guys 👏

[@carrie4558]

I didn’t know what to expect when I started watching but what a treat. Delightful film moved me to tears. Beautifully acted. Well done Tommy 👏🏻

[@mai.vancon]

Omg! It's Morwenna and Geoffrey Charles. 😱

[@patbyrnes3825]

This short story is good but sad. I like them playing together again. They should play more often together.

[@ggolpher]

i have never seen Ellise Chappell before. i think i am in luv😊

[@jrcapostol2138]

I like watching short films. This is one of the best. The actors played their part as if it happened to them in real life.

[@AnalytiCritic]

Simple & VERY sweet!! Good direction, cast selection, acting & script. Well Done - Keep at it - You've got what it take!! Hard to believe this was your first production - WOW!! Another well deserved 👍from me toooo!! Namaste🙏!!

[@josephgiri2398]

Uplifting, hope giving, encouragement to follow one's bliss and be open to serendipitous occurrences. Well done thank you, I needed this today.

[@oleandergarden]

Very powerful short-- watching it i forgot it's a short film- beautiful

[@jamesmcdowell1050]

I loved the film, the story and the actors who starred in it! You all did a great job! I would love to see it developed into a feature-length film. Thank you for making it.🌻✨

[@ramajaandar2532]

Hey! Tommy... You touched my heart 💓 with your love towards your parents the way you made all sons and daughters to remembering their parents after watching your short film.....