Ryan Morris 
Ryan Morris is a Bristol based filmmaker. He is interested in introspective works that use artistic stylisation to express personal and subjective experiences. “Joe Was Here” is Ryan’s first narrative film and is based on what he saw growing up as a child in an estate. His student short “Morris By Himself” was accepted into the BAFTA recognised Aesthetica Film Festival and won the short feature award at the Royal Television Society Southern Student Awards.

Amir Majlessi

Amir Majlessi is a UK based producer. He is passionate about films that explore the human condition and challenge audiences emotionally and intellectually. He is interested in work that represents the world we live in and working with filmmakers that have a singular vision. Amir’s previous produced short, “Crashing Waves” was selected for broadcast on Channel 4’s Random Acts programme in 2018. It has since been accepted into festivals such as the London Short Film Festival, Aesthetica, Underwire, BFI Flare and Iris Prize. It was also selected to be part of the British Council’s FiveFilms4Freedom programme in 2019.

“This is the story of Joe, an 11 year old boy who dreams of an idyllic relationship with his mother. Set on a council estate, Joe spends his days longingly watching other families and daydreaming of what could be. In reality, Joe’s home is often full of drug pushers and addicts, a real party house. When Joe discovers a women’s health magazine in his mother’s room, he is inspired to plan a day of pampered luxury for her. However, her addiction causes it to brutally backfire which prompts Joe to reconsider his relationship with his mother. “Joe Was ‘Ere” is a short film about loneliness, trauma, the devastating effects of drug abuse and the quest for maternal love”