Between Breath & Silence

Between Breath & Silence is a drama centered on Tom, who returns to his hometown of Stoke-on-Trent as his father's health fails. Over a single day, Tom and his family, supported by a palliative care team, struggle to communicate their deepest feelings. The story focuses on the tension between hope and acceptance, as Tom confronts the emotional burden of things left unsaid within his working-class family.

The film was directed by Nicole Pott, marking the first of two films she directed in 2026, followed by Ratling. Produced by Paul Mortlock and Thomas Sargeant through Twenty Three Fifty Studios Ltd, the short film has a runtime of 15 minutes. The screenplay was written by Thomas Sargeant, who also stars as Tom. The supporting cast includes Sam Retford as Ryan, Angela Ionsdale as Sandra, Graeme Hawley as Paul, Connie Hyde as Dawn, and Manjinder Virk as Dr Khan.