Myfanwy

Myfanwy is a Welsh Language short film based on the original Welsh folk story, which inspired the famous Welsh song of the same name. Cross through a veil into myth, and meet the wonderful Princess Myfanwy and her admirer - Hywel the penniless bard. With Myfanwy's father looking for a suitor to wed Princess Myfanwy, Hywel seizes his chance to proclaim his admiration! Will Myfanwy reflect his feelings or is it merely an illusion of love? Step into a otherworldly Welsh fairytale of romance, song and celluloid and witness Hywel's attempts to win the heart of Princess Myfanwy on glorious 16mm!
  • Genre: Comedy, Experimental, Fantasy, Fiction, Musical, Romance

Welsh Connections

  • Director: Luke Huygens Powell
  • Producer / Executive Producer: Luke Huygens Powell
  • Writer: Luke Huygens Powell
  • Cast: Mabli Jen Eustace, Sion Alun Davies, Ioan Hefin, Garmon Rhys
  • Filming Locations: Brecon Beacons, Llancaiach Fawr Manor and Caldicot Castle.
  • Other Welsh Connections: This film is based on Welsh history and folklore. It features Welsh historical figures and is told in the Welsh language. It also features the song 'Myfanwy' both sung within the film and also the 1957 recording of Rhos Male Voice Choir is used on the soundtrack.

Technical Details

  • Running time: 15 minutes
  • Language: Welsh
  • Certificate: Uncertified
  • Accessible Formats: Subtitles

Release

  • Date: 2026
Rights holder / distributor: Luke Huygens Powell
Booking / contact details: [email protected]
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