Synopsis: A rising rapper grapples with the consequences of his music’s influence when he attends the birthday party of one of his young fans.
About the Filmmaker: AR Ugas is a UK-based filmmaker who tells character-driven stories rooted in the realities of urban life, blending emotional depth with grounded, atmospheric storytelling.
In 2024, Ugas was selected for the BFI NETWORK Midlands Directors Lab, a program that supports emerging directors in developing their craft. His screenwriting prowess was recognized when he secured second place in the prestigious Raindance Screenwriting Competition. Additionally, he gained industry experience by shadowing the director on the BBC 3 series ‘Boarders’ and received mentorship from an ITV Development Editor for Comedy & Drama
Through his filmmaking, AR Ugas continues to explore the nuanced realities of contemporary urban life, offering audiences a lens into the challenges and choices that define a generation
Details
| Film Category: | British |
| Released: | 2025 |
| Runtime: | 14 Mins |
| Director: | AR Ugas |
| Country: | United Kingdom |
| Writer: | AR Ugas |
| Producer: | George Somner |
| Key Cast: | Malcolm Kamulete, Mina Andala, Michael Salami, Akai Coleman |
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