Logline
A young woman postpones her suicide when she discovers a vinyl record that transports her to a nostalgic nightclub for the three minutes it spins.
Synopsis
A young woman completely dissatisfied with her life decides that suicide is her only escape. However, when Death arrives to collect her soul, her noose is nowhere to be found - and her suicide is further prolonged when a mysterious vinyl record arrives at her door.Upon playing the record, she transports to a small Hacienda-esque nightclub, where she meets the girl of her dreams. She feels happiness for the first time in a long time, but after three minutes (95 revolutions) she returns to her living room; longing to know if the nightclub, the girl of her dreams and the grim reaper sitting on her sofa are real, and whether she will discover the answers before she commits suicide.
JACK
KADOORIE
Jack Kadoorie is an emerging screenwriter and filmmaker from Manchester, England, with a passion for creating thought-provoking stories set in the North of England. A proud second-generation immigrant with Mizrahi-Jewish heritage, Jack often likes to explore race, religion and relationships in his work. Jack graduated from Staffordshire University with a First Class Honours Degree in Film Production, where he specialised in low-budget feature films.
In his final year of study, Jack wrote his dissertation on utilising low-budgets for British feature films, as well as writing, producing and directing a zero-budget featurette film called ‘Buses’. Despite the lack of budget, the film was screened at several film festivals both in the UK and the US and won a Royal Television Society award for Best Drama. His latest script '95 Revolutions' was selected as once of the best screenplays at this year's Manchester Lift Off Film Festival, as well as scoring and placing well at other festivals/reading services.
THEMES
Elisse Chappell
as Lydia Levy
Strong-willed and tenacious, but feels disconnected from the world that surrounds her. She has an affinity for nostalgia and yearns for meaning in a world dictated by empty gratification. Her determination and caring nature are evident throughout.
DREAM CAST
*Pictures are merely for characterisation purposes. No actors are currently attached to the project.
NICK FROST
as DEATH
Stereotypically grim in appearance in all black, but more of a 'Death of the People' type grim reaper, with an accent unbefitting, a tendency to swear and a partiality for pop culture and music. Despite initially appearing one-dimensional and unforgiving, Death is caring and sympathetic.
Nathalie Emmanuel
as ELIZA
Similar to Lydia in many ways. The initial impression of Eliza is that of 'the-girl-next-door' type. She is happy and adventurous, and is the perfect company. However, her exuberance masques her own insecurities and depression. Like Lydia she longs for more out of life.
SOUNDTRACK
Listen to a compiled playlist of songs that encapsulate the style and vibes of the film, including an original musical number that features in the script.
MAKING A FILM
DURING/
POST COVID-19
We're in a unique position as filmmakers where we have had to either figure out very quickly how to make a film in the safest way possible or to put things on hold. Here's why I think this film is the ideal one to make during this worldwide crisis;
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Most scenes rely on 2 characters, sometimes 3.
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The ensemble of cast required for multiple days is small.
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Minimal locations which can be controlled.
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Small crew size.
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In a good position in terms of being ready for planning production.
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The production can be maintained and controlled safely.
CONTACT
INVESTORS
Ever thought about investing in a feature film? The majority of films in the UK are made through everyday people backing projects in return for a percentage of the films profits. It's usually high-risk as the majority of feature films fail to attain cinematic release, which is the primary income for a feature film. I think that this happens regularly for two main reasons. Firstly, indie filmmakers try to spend like a major studio would which means that too much money is going into the film making the idea of profit unrealistic. Secondly, the content chosen to fund in the UK is rarely projects that can, not only reach but, impact a wide audience. I think I am a filmmaker with a project that can combat the two biggest downfalls of indie filmmaking, and that is why I believe that this project will be a success. For more information, or to talk about the possibility of investing into this project, however small, please use the contact form.
PRODUCERS/FILMMAKERS/DIRECTOR
This project is still on the lookout for producers or production companies who can help get this project made. If you are a producer, filmmaker or even a (professional) director and would like to discuss the project further please use the contact form.
GENERAL ENQUIRIES
If you have any enquiries regarding the film or myself, please use the contact form to get in touch.
