Project Detail

Candy

Synopsis

A body positive comedy that joyfully reclaims female sexuality and self-confidence. Mandy is a plus size burlesque enthusiast who is nervously practicing for her first public performance with the help of her best friend and dance partner, Jenna. It’s not until Jenna is in trouble that Mandy realizes she doesn’t need the glittering stage and best friend at her side to take up space and perform in all her fat and sexy glory.

Details

Year: 2022
Type of project: Shorts
Running time: 13 min 50 sec
Format: digital
Director: Sarah Grant
Producer: Misha McCullagh
Executive Producer: Lauren Lamarr, Gabriel Robertson, Short Circuit, BFI Network, Screen Scotland
Editor: Elizabeth Clutterbuck
Screenwriter: Sarah Grant
Director of Photography: Owen Laird
Production Designer: Iveta Smidt
Sound: Hazel De Ayr, David Devereux
Composer: 'CHVRCHES' after David Devereux
Principal cast: Sarah Grant, Katrina Allen, Cameron Fulton

Genre

Scottish Woman Director Comedy Drama

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Supported by BFI NETWORK

Candy Sharp Shorts Ltd

3/1 73 Inglefield Street
Glasgow
G42 7AN

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