TOO DISGUSTING TO BE CONFUSED
In 1972, Andrew Logan launched the Alternative Miss World in a jigsaw factory in Hackney, never imagining that this vibrant celebration of transformation would lead him on an unexpected journey from the glamorous Croisette at Cannes to the halls of the UK’s highest court.
This captivating story, adapted into a short documentary directed by Maya Avidov for Netflix and produced by Savannah James-Bayly and Maya Avidov, is set to make its world premiere at the 2025 Raindance Film Festival.
made as part of the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund - 2024
IRANIAN YELLOW PAGES
Directed by Anna Snowball for Netflix, "Iranian Yellow Pages" is a short documentary that explores identity and community through the story of Reza, who seeks to establish a successful life in London. After placing an ad in an unusual newspaper, he uncovers a vibrant Iranian community. The film, produced by Abolfazl Talooni and Anna Snowball, highlights the struggles of belonging while celebrating community connections. It has received critical acclaim, earning nominations for the 2024 Grierson Awards and the London Critics' Circle Film Awards nomination for best short film.
made as part of the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund - 2023
SEAL AND THE CITY
In this witty short documentary directed by Jakob Lancaster for Netflix and produced by Try Hard Films, the bustling Billingsgate Market comes alive each morning as the fishmongers create a rhythmic symphony by banging two pans together. This daily ritual signals the grand entrance of Sammy, a lovable seal who has called the Thames his home for the past two decades. Each morning, he’s treated to a generous breakfast, much to the delight of onlookers. But now, a shadow hangs over the market; Sammy has gone missing, leaving everyone to wonder: Where could he be?
made as part of the Netflix Documentary Talent Fund - 2022
HITCH 60
Directed by Sara Al Obaidly, this short documentary takes us on a journey through the real-life experiences of two incredible women. Back in the 1960s, when the Mod movement was all the rage, these teens decided to hitchhike all the way from England to the Middle East during its golden age of hitchhiking. The Doha Film Institute produces the film, and it’ll be released soon.
COLLIDING FORCES; Mothers in Ballet
This feature documentary, directed by Eliza Shroeder, explores the lives of five ballet mothers from around the world and dives into how they balance the challenges of motherhood with their professional ballerina careers.
FILMFARSI
Directed by Ehsan Khoshbakht, this feature documentary portrays the world of Iranian popular cinema from the pre-revolutionary era, known as Filmfarsi. It made its premiere at the Rotterdam Film Festival in 2020.
EARTH TO COP
directed by Matt Houghton, produced by Barnaby Spurrier, and music composed by Academy Award-winning composer of Gravity Steven Price.
This short film was screened at the opening of COP 26 in Glasgow and presents an eyewitness portrait of climate change, using dramatic mobile phone footage from around the world.
TRADWIVES
directed by Anna Snowball for Real Stories
A short observational documentary following the endeavors of a woman trying to revive an anti-feminist movement in the USA. The film was shortlisted for The Iris Best of British Prize 2019 as well as being an Official Selection for London Short Film Festival 2020. Anna Snowball was also nominated for best producing at Underwire Festival 2019.
SPRING FEVER
A short documentary observes a group of pre-teens from Amsterdam having a candid conversation about their changing bodies with an inspiring teacher.
Directed by Anna Snowball and produced by Julia Ton, the film was screened at BFI London Film Festival 2019, Hamburg International Short Film Festival 2019, Aesthetica Short Film Festival 2019, and London Short Film Festival 2020.
FEAR AND OPPRESSION IN XINJIANG
directed by Steve Fineberg, and Paul Manzi for CNN
Nominated for Emmy® Awards in 2020 for Outstanding Investigative Report in a Newscast.