Best UK Short
CONCRETE
Film Type: Short
Runtime: 15 minutes
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Country of Filming: United Kingdom
Film Language: English
Concrete follows the journey of Jani and Izak, both victims of modern day slavery in the UK. This true story occurred in Manchester with over 30 people trafficked from Poland and housed in a derelict pub. Trapped against their will, Jani makes a brave attempt to escape.
Director Biography – Lian Rose
Lian is a young, ambitious director who has graduated from Central London Film School and is currently one of the youngest students at the National Film and Television School in London. His previous industry experience includes ‘Noose’ a short comedy and ‘Sponge’ an award winning short that educates family members about the challenges they face when a loved one is diagnosed with dementia.

