University Student's Film Starring Hugo Speer Marks Milestone for Wiltshire College and University Centre Students

Students on the film production and cinematography degree course at the Wiltshire College and University Centre's Salisbury campus recently showcased their final projects, including a comedy drama starring Hugo Speer. The film, written and directed by 21-year-old student Daisy Wallis, tells the story of a farmer who believes his late wife has been reincarnated as a guinea pig. Hugo Speer, best known for his role in The Full Monty, was surprised when he agreed to play the lead in the 12-minute film after being sent the script by Daisy, a family friend.

Key Takeaways:

• Hugo Speer, a well-known actor, starred in a 12-minute comedy drama film written and directed by Daisy Wallis, a student on the film production and cinematography degree course at Wiltshire College and University Centre.
• The film, titled After Sally, tells the story of a farmer who believes his late wife has been reincarnated as a guinea pig, and features Hugo Speer in the lead role.
• Daisy Wallis was a student on the film production and cinematography degree course at the Salisbury campus, and sent her script to Hugo Speer, who is a family friend of her wife, after receiving a positive response, she was surprised when he agreed to play the lead in the film.
• Hugo Speer spent three days working on the film, providing input and guidance to the students, and was praised by Daisy for his professionalism and contribution to the project.
• The final film projects were showcased at a screening event at The Everyman in Salisbury, marking a milestone for the students on the degree course.
• Programme leader Kieron Evans noted that this was the first time the end-of-year screening had been held in Wiltshire, and thanked The Everyman for hosting the event.