i like writing and making films between acting gigs.
as a writer i was part of VAULTS New Writers Programme 2020, long listed for Sphinx30, and a £30k finalist with The Pitch Film Fund.
i am currently in development for a short film with Ellandar Productions; developing a 6x30min drama-comedy; and working on my debut feature.
here are some shorts i made:
Short, Drama, Satire, 8min 20sec
(Cast, Writer, Director - Directorial Debut.)
A mixed race woman applies for a job as a costume wearer, only to find nothing fits.
Partnered with @mixedracefaces for an exclusive interview and trailer release.
Currently in festivals, follow the film on instagram for updates @dressup_film
**Premiered at Cheltenham Film Festival 2022
**Selected for GRRL HAUS Cinema 2022
CYCLING WITH MOLLY (2020, U)
Short, Animation, 1min 30sec
(Voice, Writer, Director)
There's no stopping where a bike can take you.
Molly learns to ride a bike at 24 years old, leading to unexpected adventures. An animation based off a single-take, improvised, voice-over. Don't forget to wear a helmet.
**Premiered at Encounters Film Festival 2021, Depict - awarded Special Mention and Aardman Academy Prize.
**Selected for Bicycle Film Festival 2021.
**Selected for Oscar qualifying Festival Regard 2022.
BAD APPLE (2020)
Short, Experimental, 1 min
A conversation on nature vs nurture.
See more of two stick people on IG @twostickpeople.
Short, Drama, 6min 34sec
(Cast, Story, Co-Director, Producer)
A young woman loses all sense of feeling in her materialistic world, and makes a desperate attempt to connect.
**Selected for Portobello Film Festival 2014.
Screened as part of the Marché du Film at Cannes Court Métrage 2013.
this is a short I did not make.