Conveyance to make international debut at Glasgow Film Festival

Horror-comedy short film Conveyance - funded by DLR (Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council) - is set to have its international premiere at the FrightFest Short Film Showcase in Glasgow this month.

The award-winning short marks the directorial debut of writer Gemma Creagh and is the only non-UK title screening at the Showcase.

Set against the backdrop of Ireland's looming housing crisis, the film was produced by Maeve McGrath and Keith Brogue for Dromglen Productions.

"Between being constantly outbid on dilapidated houses, while living with an odd roommate with a penchant for being naked, house hunting has not been easy for young people Brian and Suzanne", a press release reads.

"They can't believe their luck when they finally find their dream home, at a price that's almost too good to be true. After moving into their brand new, sea-facing South Dublin apartment, they soon discover that this idyllic spot isn't quite what it seems.

"When objects start moving of their own accord, Brian begins to suspect Apartment 19 in the Seaview complex is haunted and even calls in spiritual assistance (much to Suzanne’s irritation). As tensions escalate between the couple, and as their living situation becomes borderline dangerous, Suzanne and Brian must face an impossible dilemma. How much are they willing to put up with to keep their dream home?"

The cast features Patrick Martins and Chrissie Cronin in the starring roles of Brian and Suzanne, with Matty McCabe (Irish Wish) as Greg the Estate Agent.

Following the film's premiere at Galway Film Fleadh last summer, Conveyance went on to screen at Kerry International Film Festival, IndieCork and Bleeding Pig Festival. Thanks to the bold visuals of DOP Jaro Waldeck (Dreamland, Housewife of the Year) Conveyance won Best Cinematography at Monzo Film Festival and is set for its US Premiere in LA later this month.

Funded by dlr’s First Frames Scheme and supported by Creative Ireland and First Element, Conveyance is a timely narrative that reflects the struggles many face in today's housing market, all wrapped in tension and humour.

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