Directed by David Arthur / 2026 / 18 min

Explores the secret life of the filmmaker's father, a former academic and English tutor, and the mystery of why he gambled eye-watering sums of cash, unbeknown to his family.

Commissioned and funded by Screen Scotland’s Little Pictures short film scheme.

Cinematographer Darren Hercher

Producer Anthony Steel

Animator Hannah Brewerton

Soundtrack Scott Twynholm, Vivaldi, Bach, Wagner and Beethoven

Re-recording Mixer Juliet Brown @ Blazing Griffin

Colourist Colin Brown @ BSQUARED

Poster & Title Design Tintin LN

The film will Premiere at the BAFTA and BIFA qualifying Bolton International Film Festival 2026.