A couple of weeks ago News OnTheWight reported on Isle of Wight film maker, Rowena Amos securing Toyah Willcox for her latest short film being shot on the Island.
This week we can announce that her most recent short film, Strange Waters, has picked up nine Platinum Awards at the Fortean Film Festival.
- Best Horror
- Best Movie (Short)
- Best British Short
- Best Director – Andy McLeod
- Best Producer – Rowena Amos
- Best Soundtrack JC Grimshaw and David Coffin
- Best Drone Footage – Kevin Early
- Best Trailer
- Best Poster & Press Kit
Other Island connections
The credits for the film bring with them some familiar Isle of Wight names. Wardrobe and continuity by Angelina Grimshaw, music by JC Gimshaw, stills by Gianpaolo Giancovich and Dave Russell from FilmWight was the fixer.
Strange Waters was shot not only at Spitbank Fort on the Solent, but also Ventnor Botanic Garden (the tunnel scenes) and Ventnor Arts Club – members might recognise the distinctive carpet.
You can watch the trailer and the short film (16 mins) by visiting the official Strange Waters Website.
Listen to interview
You can hear Rowena talking briefly to James from the Fortean News Podcast below about shooting the film.
Next film
Rowena’s next film, Weightless, begins shooting at the end of September. Look out for the crew in Freshwater and Ventnor.
See the official Weightless Website for updates on the film.
Find out more about Rowena by visiting her Website.
Image: © Rowena Amos
