Kitty Harper's Short Film Ma Prison Earns Double Nomination at 2026 Midlands Movies Awards

LEICESTER, U.K. - EntSun -- Multi-talented filmmaker, writer, director, and composer Kitty Harper has received two nominations at the 2026 Midlands Movies Awards for her powerful short drama Ma Prison. The film is shortlisted in the categories of Best Actress in a Leading Role for Sophie Bullock and Best Music (Score or Song) for Kitty Harper's original score.

Ma Prison follows a young girl (Sophie Bullock) grappling with the devastating loss of her mother while enduring bullying and an abusive relationship with her French teacher (Susannah May). As tensions escalate, she uncovers a deeper, unexpected truth behind her teacher's harsh actions, leading to a poignant exploration of grief, empathy, anger, and complex human connections.

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Kitty Harper had this to say regarding the nominations: "My 2 greatest passions in life are music and filmmaking. To be recognized and acknowledged for scoring my own film is truly humbling. I'm also so proud of Sophie for her Best Actress in a Leading Role nomination. Very well deserved."

The nominations were announced on 26th April 2026 at the Queen of Bradgate Vintage Cinema in Leicester.

Herb Jackson Jr. of I Ain't No Herb Jackson Studio, who served as Executive Producer on the project, commented: "I am delighted regarding Kitty's nomination for Ma Prison. Her vision and talent are exceptional, and I anticipate continuing our collaboration and providing support for her in the future."

The Midlands Movies Awards (https://www.midlandsmovies.com/) celebrate the best independent filmmaking from the region across 16 categories. The awards ceremony is upcoming, with tickets now available.