Whatever It Takes
Award: Graphite Pencil
Graphite Pencil / Direction / Film / 2021
Award: Graphite Pencil
Graphite Pencil / Film / Other Screens
Award: Wood Pencil
Wood Pencil / Sound Design & Use of Music / Existing Music
Award: Wood Pencil
Wood Pencil / Direction / Scripted Entertainment
Award: Shortlist
Shortlist / Film / TV/VOD Commercials Over 120 Seconds
When Covid-19 hit, the funding Macmillan received was dealt a blow. 98% of its income comes from public donations. In addition, it soon became apparent cancer was becoming the ‘forgotten C’ and Macmillan’s services were more vital than ever. The big idea is rooted in the human truth that Macmillan does whatever it takes.
What did the judges have to say?
"The directorial choices and performance level brought to life on a script that was not that amazing was mind blowing."
Christiane Dressler, Managing Director & Executive Producer, anorak film
"Every time I watch this film I see something new that literally moves me to tears. It's a masterpiece."
Angus Macadam, Chief Creative Officer, THOSE Creatives
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