A woman looks back on her childhood and the games she used to play.

Interview with Director Ken Williams

Imagine I’m a member of the audience. Why should I watch this film?

We hope our film showcases how the beauty Schull in West Cork is and also how special childhood memories are. Although our film is specific to place we’ve had people from all over the world identify with it.

How do personal and universal themes work in your film?

We hope that it’s personal in that it’s quite intimate but the theme of looking back is as universal as it gets.

How have the script and film evolved over the course of their development and production?

The script started off as a simple story, simple shots but the project grew as people started reacting to it on the page. The narration, music and cinematography brought the piece the a whole new level.

What type of feedback have you received so far?

We’ve had a lovely response to the film with comments coming from all over the world. Jim Sheridan had kind words on the script, my mum cried when she watched it and people have generally been nice. Everyone seems to love the music.

Has the feedback surprised or challenged your point of view?

It has been surprising in that our film is quite sweet which is unusual for a short film. It’s also not a film you’d expect two men to make but we really liked it and I guess it’s made us realise we can be confident in our choices and know there’s room for films of all styles.

What are you looking to achieve by having your film more visible on www.wearemovingstories.com?

Having our film out there means a huge deal. Not really looking to achieve anything just want to share it. If one person who loves films got in touch to say hello on the back of watching it that would be cool.

Who do you need to come on board (producers, sales agents, buyers, distributors, film festival directors, journalists) to amplify this film’s message?

At this point it’s all about getting it out there. It’s played on TV in Ireland and on Aer Lingus transatlantic flights but it’s not really had much traction online.

What type of impact and/or reception would you like this film to have?

We hope it’s a story people relate to and we hope its style and tone gives our audience a peaceful and reflective 5 minutes.

What’s a key question that will help spark a debate or begin a conversation about this film?

The nature of memory is an obvious theme but in film term maybe it’s the balance of the sweet subject matter and regretful tone Fiona pulls off in the narration.

Would you like to add anything else?

We’ve made three shorts since The Daisy Chain and have a few really exciting projects lined up for the next 12 months.

What are the key creatives developing or working on now?

Denis and Ken are working on a few exciting shorts and a feature documentary.

Ian is travelling the world making beautiful things.

Chris is working on a lot of film and radio projects.

Fiona remains the greatest living Irish actress.

Interview: September 2016

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The Daisy Chain

A woman looks back on her childhood and the games she used to play.

Length:

5:27

Director:

Ken Williams & Denis Fitzpatrick

Producer:

Ken Williams & Denis Fitzpatrick

Writer:

Ken Williams

About the writer, director and producer:

Ken and Denis are both from Cork in Ireland but are based in London and Dublin respectively. They have been making films together since 2011.

Key cast:

Fiona Shaw

Looking for (producers, sales agents, buyers, distributors, film festival directors, journalists):

Like everyone we’re always looking for people interested in films.

Funders:

Self-financed.

Made in association with:

Release date:

01/01/2014

Where can I watch it in the next month?

It’s currently free to watch on YouTube and Vimeo.