Zugzwang

Zugzwang is a short film that blends elements of crime, comedy, drama, and thriller. The story centers on an encounter between two strangers at a boat slipway, where an unexpected turn of events disrupts their conversation.

The film was written and directed by Geneviève Lowe, marking the start of her directorial history before her 2025 project, Soul Trader. Produced by Shane Grant through Something Quirky, the production features a small cast including Lowe as the woman, Grant as the man, and Tim Cartwright playing a fisherman. The movie has a total runtime of seven minutes.