Projects in genres: Comedy

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Sexy, sexy food.
Sleazy and vain Toast tries to win back an ex-flame, the beautiful Egg, but the hideous Big Toast is now on the scene.
Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2019 - Laugh Strand

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Omar and Pete are half brothers. When their parents are eaten by lions they embark on a journey to find Omar’s real father. What follows is a funny, heart-warming journey of self-discovery for both boys…in Blackpool.
The Choudray family represents a truly contemporary example of modern multicultural Britain – but what will the brother’s make of their eccentric newfound family? Will they be going to Mecca or Mecca bingo?
In contrast to some old-fashioned stereotypes about Blackpool, this comedy is sharp, current and non-stop.
Official Selection Edinburgh International Film Festival 2018 - World premiere

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Herman's quiet, colourful world is suddenly interrupted by something loud and stressful.
Combining digital animation with traditional ink-on-film techniques, Herman Brown is a film about life, anxiety, and learning to accept both.
Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2018 - Thrill Strand - World premiere

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Two Welsh ladies prepare for their wedding and reminisce about their years together. Deirdre remembers highlights from their relationship while Roni adds comments from the bed. The conversation darkens as it becomes clear that Deirdre is not going to their marriage, but to Roni’s funeral.

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Abandoned by her father, Isla, a confrontational 12 year old, finds herself the sole carer of her troubled older brother. Overwhelmed by responsibilities far beyond her years, she takes a long walk across town, where a grisly discovery provides her with an unexpected opportunity – and some serious street cred.

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A ridiculous comedy based on a true story where a young woman finds herself in a predicament she is ill-prepared to handle.

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Exploring the strange limbo state we experience in the aftermath of a break up, Lint follows one person’s bizarre attempt at regaining some sense of normality.

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In the school-set re-working of the classic 'Cyrano de Bergerac' story, an awkward but imaginative pupil helps the handsome but spectacularly dim school-hero pursue the fiery daughter of a visiting French teacher.
Directorial feature debut from Toby Macdonald, who previously delivered stand-out short films, including the BAFTA-nominated 'Je t’aime John Wayne' and 'Heavy Metal Drummer'.
Official Selection Edinburgh International Film Festival 2018 - World premiere

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Mr. Karobka doesn’t expect his visit to the dentist to take such a startling, and perhaps satisfying, turn.

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Sarah Francis is a young woman whose life is a bit of a mess. The last thing she needs is someone else to look after, let alone someone who dribbles, snores and eats from the kitchen trash. Yet, like it or not, her grandmother has left Sarah her prized possession, a very spoilt pug named Patrick. Surely she must have had her reasons?! Apparently not, as this four-legged friend proceeds to cause chaos in all aspects of Sarah’s life. But then something remarkable happens as Patrick, with all his stubby, stumpy attitude, begins to turn her life around.
Official Selection Edinburgh International Film Festival 2018 - Special Screening

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A satire which pokes fun at advertising and stereotypes through the lens of a faithfully recreated 1970s cigarette advert.

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Rosemary invites young Basil round for dinner. She only wants one thing. And he's more than willing to accommodate. But when you've imagined something for so long, can reality ever quench your desire?