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 film
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
Music
'CHVRCHES' after David Devereux
Principal cast
Sarah Grant, Katrina Allen, Cameron Fulton

Categories

Production Status

Production Company

Supported by BFI NETWORK

Candy Sharp Shorts Ltd

3/1 73 Inglefield Street
Glasgow
G42 7AN

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