Sin Eater (2024)

Award winning short film. Based on the real practice of sin-eating. A Sin-eater was a historical occupation in 16-19th century England, Wales and Scotland where individuals were called to funerals to consume a meal in front of the deceased. By eating the food, they symbolically absorbed the deceased’s sins, allowing the dead to be absolved and enter heaven.

Crew:

Written and Directed: Hogarth Coote

Cinematography and Set Design: Hogarth Coote 

Sound and Editing: Hogarth Coote 

Actor: Ben Shockley 

Music: Ben Bartlett

Gaelic  Translator :  Michael Bauer

Gaelic Voice: Sasha Waddell