Bait, a feature film by lecturer Mark Jenkin and produced in association with Falmouth University has been nominated for two Baftas.

It's up for contention in the Outstanding British Film and Outstanding Debut for a British Writer, Director or Producer categories.

The film, which was shot in Cornwall, is up against big names including Rocket Man and Two Popes, starring Anthony Hopkins.

Director of the Falmouth University School of Film & Television, Chris Morris said:

"We are thrilled for Mark and so proud that the School of Film & Television was at the heart of the process throughout. We backed the film from the outset, providing our world-class resources and facilities, students and graduates who worked on the crew, as well as the staff who have cameos throughout!"

Bait is the latest example of how Falmouth is investing in independent, micro-budget productions, creating a pipeline of talent to ensure British filmmaking remains some of the best in the world. Doing so is opening alternative routes for emerging UK filmmakers and providing Falmouth students with invaluable real-world experience.

Chris says of the School of Film & Television's work:

"Falmouth is now recognised as a leading centre of excellence for micro-budget filmmaking in the UK, giving our students the opportunity to do it for real in a professional filmmaking environment."

Dan Thompson was the sound designer on the film and is a Falmouth graduate, now part of the Falmouth staff. He is also a Freelance Filmmaker. He told Nub News:

"I think the recognition for a micro-budget (in comparison to other nominees) Cornish film is amazing! I'm excited to see the rest of the country finally taking notice of what is happening down here. The recognition for Bait gives me high hopes for the future of filmmaking with its specific style not following a lot of today's popular films.

"The hours were long, very long. Near the end of the post-production, I don't think Mark and I saw sunlight in about 2 weeks. But every step was meticulously reviewed and discussed but every step to polishing the film was extremely rewarding. When something feels right, it feels right.

"Mark had a specific vision from the start that was a brilliant guiding light throughout the process but was very open to new ideas and experimenting."

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