Films
The Ashes You Leave Behind

Short Film

The Ashes You Leave Behind

Drama6 selections, 11 nominations, 2 wins

Gwyn and Paul, an estranged couple, reunite on the day of their daughter’s funeral. What follows is a raw and heart-wrenching exploration of grief, guilt, and the slow, painful unravelling of a marriage.

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Awards & Nominations

WinnerBest EnsembleThe Monkey Bread Tree 2023
NominatedBest DirectorThe Monkey Bread Tree 2023
NominatedBest CinematographyThe Monkey Bread Tree 2023
Official SelectionAPEX Film Awards2023
Official SelectionLong Story Short International Film Festival2023
Official SelectionParis Awards Film Festival2023
NominatedBest DirectingLWIFF2023
NominatedBest DramaLWIFF2023
WinnerOutstanding Contribution to Independent FilmmakingLWIFF2023
Official SelectionSemi-FinalistVancouver Independent MovieMaker Awards2023
NominatedBest British FilmLWIFF2023
NominatedBest Medium-Length FilmLWIFF2023
NominatedBest CinematographyLWIFF2023
NominatedBest Lead ActressLWIFF2023
NominatedBest Lead ActorLWIFF2023