Black Pond


Black Pond is a 2011 low-budget independent film by British directors Tom Kingsley and Will Sharpe, starring Chris Langham. The film was nominated for the 2012 BAFTA Outstanding British Debut Award. It was nominated for the 2012 BAFTA Award for Outstanding British Debut.

Premise

Black Pond is a black comedy in which a family is accused of murder after a stranger comes to dinner.

Production

Black Pond stars Chris Langham in his first acting role since he was convicted on child abuse imagery charges. The film cost £25,000 to make.

Release and reception

The film premiered at the Raindance Film Festival, and was nominated for the Raindance Award at the British [Independent Film Awards] as well as two Evening Standard Awards, for Best Debut and Best Comedy. It was nominated for the 2012 BAFTA Outstanding British Debut Award.
The film was also shortlisted for the Guardian First Film Award in 2012.