About The Bucca
This twisted and captivating thriller is inspired by a rich folklore in Cornwall. Set in a secluded village steeped in mystery and dark secrets, the story unfolds as famine intertwines with a haunting narrative filled with suspense and intrigue.
BEWARE THE BUCCA
Short Synopsis
A man inherits a new life by escaping to a rural Cornish fishing village suffering from famine. When the village reveals its hidden truths, he learns the depths he will go to survive.
The Bucca - Folklore
The Bucca is an ancient Cornish folklore from southwest Penwith, specifically stemming from small fishing villages such as Newlyn, Mousehole, and Lamorna.
According to folklore, a noble prince was cursed by dark magic to spend his days as a humanoid sea creature, possessing a conger eel tail, skin, and hair of tangled seaweed. During the 1800s and 1900s, fishermen would leave some of their catch on the shore as an offering to the Bucca, hoping to quell its anger so it would lead fish into their nets and crabs into their pots.
Fun Facts
- Bucca commonly serves as a nickname for men from Newlyn.
- A wind coming from the southeast is referred to as a ‘Buccas calling.’
About the Creator
Frank Adams is the creator, Director, and Co-Producer of The Bucca. Born in Cornwall, Frank is passionate about creating short films that highlight Cornish history and folklore while building a portfolio that competes in top film festivals.
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