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Shantell Town United Kingdom

Directed by: Paulette James
Written by: Paulette James
Starring: Nicole Smith, Tara Brown
Country:United Kingdom
Created:2006
Runtime:10 min.
Member: paulette
Average rating: 4.6 by 5 users



Film Description:

Synopsis

A black hair set in Brixton, with a splash of 70's Blaxploitation. Shantell must step up and find her feet on the street, in the battle to find out who's 'Super Bad'.

Forms: Narrative Fiction, Short
Genres: Comedy, Romance, Musical, Blaxploitation, Dance, Independent, Romantic Comedy, Urban
Niches: Black, Women, Youth/Teen

Screenings & Events

Raindance
Film Festival
London, United Kingdom
October 2006

Cutting East Showcase Black History Month
OTHER
London, United Kingdom
October 2006

Black: Creativity Works
OTHER
London, United Kingdom
November 2006

Halloween Short Film Festival
Film Festival
London, United Kingdom
January 2007

Halloween Short Film Festival on tour
OTHER
Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
February 2007

Images of Black Women Film Festival
Film Festival
Awards: Best International Short Film
London, United Kingdom
March 2007

Pumelo
Film Festival
Awards: Nominated Best Short
Mumbia, India
March 2007

Girls On Film
OTHER
Manchester, United Kingdom
April 2007

Centro Cultural Banco Do Brasil
Film Festival
Brasilia, Brazil
May 2007

San Francisco Black Film Festival
Film Festival
San Francisco, U S A
June 2007

BFM International Film Festival
Film Festival
Awards: Best Actress & Best Director
London, United Kingdom
September 2007

Cast & Crew

Production

Paulette James (Producer, Director)

Writing

Paulette James (Writer)

Performance

Mellica LeHost (Supporting Actor), Nicole Smith (Lead Actor), Rasheed Alawiye (Supporting Actor), Tara Brown (Lead Actor), Unique Hastings (Supporting Actor)

Camera

Jonathan Harvey (Cinematographer/DP)

Art Department

Amber Windett (Costume Designer), Jonnie Elf (Production Designer)

Post Production

Ben Wiffen (Sound Editor), Ed Railton (Sound Editor), Edward Line (Picture Editor)

Music

La-shawn Yonique (Original Music/Composer), Mister Who (Original Music/Composer), Nicole St George (Original Music/Composer), Unique Hastings (Original Music/Composer)

Representation

Paulette James (Manager)

BBC Film Network Sep 12, 2007 08:59AM
Dear all, you can now view the full version of 'Shantell Town' at the link below. Enjoy px http://www.bbc.co.uk/dna/filmnetwork/A26677650
SHANTELL TOWN WINS AWARDS AT BFM!!!!! Sep 12, 2007 07:45AM
Dear All, I'm pleased to announce that 'Shantell Town' has won two awards at last night's BFM Short Film Awards sponsored by BET, at the Odeon, West End. Best Female Actor and Best Director. It's an honour and priviledge to receive such an award. I'm really chuffed. Nicky was gobsmacked. She was thinking of never acting again, but hopefully this changes her mind. More pictures follow soon.
SHANTELL TOWN @ SAN FRANCISCO BLACK FILM FESTIVAL Jun 13, 2007 11:11AM
Great news! Shantell Town to be screened this Friday. The US Premier. Sorry I can't make it, but hope all who see enjoy. Friday 15th June @ 7:30pm, Theater Artaud, 450 Florida Street, San Francisco. Laters px
Cannes In A Van Jun 13, 2007 10:47AM
Hello there... I've been really bad not keeping up with my postings. The film was taken to Cannes by the lovely Cannes In A Van Mannes. I couldn't make it down there since I was working on a film but it looks like they had a great time. Check out there website and here are some pix. www.cannesinavan.com px
SHANTELL TOWN WINS AN AWARD!!!!! Mar 01, 2007 05:29AM
Dear All Great news! Shantell Town has won the award for Best International Short at: 3rd Images of Black Women Film Festival A celebration of African descent Women on screen and behind the camera. From 2nd to the 4th March 2007 @ Tricycle Cinema - London - Kilburn The prize is sponsored by the UK Film Council and includes funding towards my next project. I'll post pictures from the awards ceremony Sunday. What am I going to wear...? Laters px
Hey Yall... Jan 16, 2007 08:09AM
Hi, The festival went well. Didn't win an award but it's the taking part that counts. The screening was pretty full too, so more peole have had the Shantell Town experience. I'm currently pitching new script for funding. Been shortlisted from hundreds of applicants and will have training in Feb. Fingers crossed I'll be making a new film in March. All is good, apart from being a penniless filmmaker. Good luck for the New Year! Laters...px
The 4th Halloween Short Film Festival Jan 07, 2007 07:45AM
Shantell Town will screen in the DAUGHTERS OF THE KAOS programme at the ICA, The Mall, on Friday 12th January 6.30pm, and is eligible for the Daughters of the Kaos Award for Best women character / theme www.myspace.com/daughtersofthekaos I'll let you know how it goes...see ya laters Px
Latest News from Shantell Town... Nov 30, 2006 06:38AM
Dear All...it's been a busy and exciting month. Really enjoyed the screening at the Curzon. Made loads more contacts. The films been accepted by the British Council who'll now support the film in festivals and also selected for the Halloween festival in January in London. Will post more once my internets connected...laters. px
B3 presents... Nov 06, 2006 03:52PM
Shantell Town is proud to be apart of this showcase..................... Black:creativity works a networking and showcasing event for a mashed up generation... Creativity Works, produced by B3, features a great selection of short films by some of the best emerging filmmaking talent unseen by the mainstream. Creativity Works aims to demystify the creative process from a multi- ethnic perspective by some of the movers, shapers and practitioners in design, digital filmmaking, music, new media, visual arts and literature. Each event is curated based on a ‘mash up’ of cross-media projects, which will range from viral shorts (30secs) to shorts (up to 10mins). The next event takes place on: This Thursday, 9th November, 2006 7.00 pm Venue: Curzon Soho, Shaftsbury Avenue, 99 Shaftsbury Avenue, W1D 5YD. Tickets: free. RSVP: tickets@b3media.net (First come, first served) We hope to see you there! If you are interested in showcasing your work or projects for our next event (at the Institute of Contemporary Arts in December), please contact us at: info@b3media.net B3 nurtures, develops and showcases creative talent - filmmakers, visual artists, musicians - from communities that are underrepresented by the mainstream. For further details check out our website: www.b3media.net Creativity works... Supported by Creative London Arts Council England
Shantell Town Trailer Oct 31, 2006 03:27PM
Dear All Click the 'Movies' Tab above and there you'll find the trailer. At last! Enjoy! Px
A good day... Oct 30, 2006 03:05PM
Well, today was a success. I attended an event called "In The Picture" hosted as part of the London Film festival @ the ICA on the Mall...The seminars and workshops were very motivating and inspiring (even though I did ask a stupid question but I really need to get over it..)..Anyway, there were schemes such as B3 Blank Slate and Compass which offer training and funding...check out their websites...made lots of contacts which I will be keeping in touch with. Can't wait till my next screening. Ciao! px
The latest... Oct 25, 2006 03:43PM
Hi guys I know it's abit late but the latest news in Shantell Town...The screening at Raindance went really well. Had a good response to the film. The audience laughed at the right moments. A producer saw the potential for a feature in the story...My next plan is to develope the script and pitch other short ideas for funding...Had another screening Sunday 22nd Oct at the BHM Cutting East Showcase for Black History Month @ the Bethnal Green Working Mans Club...The festival circuit continues...Keep you posted..px
Hello there... Sep 26, 2006 05:37AM
Hi guys, I'm still getting my head round how to use this!...... ....I had a small cast and crew screening at The Ritzy cinema in Brixton September 12th which was a success. It was great catching up with everyone and seeing what they thought of the film. I'm very proud of Shantell Town and what we created as a team..... UK Premiere 14th Raindance Film Festival - London. Urban Scapes category Sunday 8th October 2006 @ 16:30. Cineworld Shaftesbury Avenue (in the Trocadero) www.raindancefilmfestival.org See you there for chats and tings! Laters Px

Shantell Town Trailer


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Ratings

Delbert
    5 Stars

I've only seen the trailer - its cracking! Theres an energy in the confidence and direction and I want to see the whole film.

TimeFissure_Studios
    4 Stars

Love the trailer... great comedy style through motion.

saskiawb
    5 Stars

based on the trailer alone... i know i'm gonna love this.

Growingproductions
    5 Stars

It's always a good sign when a filmmaker can do something very, very, very funny, but at the same time tackle an important issue. Great Short Film.

paulette
    4 Stars

I've watched it a 1000 times and I still laugh

16 Comments about Shantell Town

CFIFilmFest
Mar 17, 2008 04:28PM

Cape Fear Independent Film Festival is looking for some strong short films to screen, we'd love to have your submission

beli
Sep 27, 2007 12:18PM

Hey Paulette,

Congrats on the success Shantel Town is having! I'll peek at the full version when I get a chance! Be Well!

blacktrack3
May 01, 2007 09:07PM

Hey what's up.

beli
Mar 26, 2007 11:16PM

Paulette,

Congrats on all of you latest awards! I'm watching you girl!
Beli

beli
Mar 14, 2007 11:28PM

The hair, the moves the flow of energy!
I love this! Please add me as a friend!

Beli

HollyShorts
Mar 09, 2007 12:31PM

Great trailer! Submit to HollyShorts! Withoutabox.com/4655

For more, www.hollyshorts.com

Or just email me: staff@hollyshorts.com

Daniel

needlessfilms
Feb 11, 2007 07:29PM

Loved the dynamic moves and the editing in the trailer. Can't wait to see the full movie!

LonelyPond
Dec 25, 2006 04:10PM

very cool active trailer..great to watch.

kls
Nov 20, 2006 09:26PM

that was so dope, i love it!

cinematic
Nov 10, 2006 07:55AM

Very funky film, funny, and made good statement on bullying, plus the score and dancing was wicked

paulette
Oct 31, 2006 03:58PM

SHANTELL TOWN TRAILER - in 'Movies' folder

Enjoy!

MuchoMas
Oct 30, 2006 04:25PM

hey where can we see a trailer?

MuchoMas
Oct 30, 2006 04:21PM

hate it when i ask stupid questions... feel like an arse for the rest of the day. luckily, no one remembers but you.

saskiawb
Oct 25, 2006 04:08PM

Congratulations on all the screenings...

joeblog
Sep 26, 2006 09:56AM

COMPLETELY FRESH AND FUNKY!! LOVE THE MUSIC TOO!!

kalleexperiments
Jul 26, 2006 06:51AM

WHAT I CAN SAY ABOUT SHANTELLTOW! its a MASTERPIECE!
A MOVING ENERGETIC AND COLORFUL FUNNY AND WELL MADE MOVIE.
CONGRATULATIONS GOOD LUCK AND C U AT THE NEXT ONE!

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