A Hand to Hold
Directed by Philip Clyde-Smith
Moira, an elderly Irish woman, finds herself literally attached to her deceased husband Patrick. When his hand refuses to let go after death, it leads to increasingly grotesque events. Everyone in the couple’s orbit, from their daughter to the local doctor, a farmer, a priest, and a Satanist, all try to intervene with horrific consequences. 'A Hand to Hold' blends horror with pitch-black Irish comedy, exploring themes of grief and toxic relationships. The film features an original score by Golden Globe nominated composer Brian Byrne.
About A Hand to Hold
A Hand to Hold is a 14-minute short film from the UK directed by Philip Clyde-Smith. It screened at the 2026 San Jose International Short Film Festival in the “What the What?!?” program.
- Director
- Philip Clyde-Smith
- Program
- What the What?!?
- Country
- UK
- Run time
- 14 mins
- Genre
- World Cinema, Music & Offbeat
