Community Films
Southall On Film | Heritage Documentary Uncovering Untold Stories
One distinct community in West London is home to waves of migrations from South Asia that make it one of the most diverse towns in the UK. "Southall on Film" is a year-long heritage project that explores the relationship between the town's South Asian community and their love for film. Through research, conducting interviews with life-long Southall residence and making films inspired by their stories - a group of young people discovered a South Asian legacy in Southall that they never knew about.
Produced, directed & edited by Blaise Singh & Afshin Robin Robani
made possible through The Heritage Lottery Fund, with thanks to the players of the national lottery.
Pride & Protest Official Trailer
A feature length documentary produced to capture the stories and lived experiences of LGBTQ+ participants on MADE's 'Rainbow Films' initiative. It was a two year project funded by the People's Health Trust which aimed to address health inequalities by providing our community of interest with the opporuntiy to make new connections and improve their overall wellbeing. This film celebrates the resilence and spirt of the project's participants and serves as a legacy of the project's impact.
Produced, directed & edited by Blaise Singh
West London Zone - Our City
A digital output produced on a programme we co-created with West London Zone. The aims were to engage local young people to increasse their creative career prospects and build civic pride. Facilitated by Blaise Singh, a group of 10 participants aged 16-18 collaborated to write and star in this film spoken word film.
Produced & edited by Blaise Singh
Written & performed by Farah Kossari
Feature Film
C-Change West London & Elevate Community Productions proudly present 'Between Us'. Set in the vibrant landscape of contemporary London, our first narrative feature weaves together three interlinked stories, each capturing the raw, complex moments that shape our lives.
Available to buy or rent on Amazon Prime.
Produced by Taz Virdee
Written & Directed by Kulbir Maras
The Colour Of Milk | Anti-Racism 16mm Short Film
Southall, 1978 - A silent comedy about two women who end up connecting over the milkman's delivery. Starring Eastenders' Iqra Ahmed - Priya Davdra. This short was a digital output made with participants the 'Southall on Film' Heritage project.
Produced & edited by Blaise Singh & Omar Zura
Written & Directed by Kaamil Shah
Director of Photography - Thomas Shawcraft
made possible through The Heritage Lottery Fund, with thanks to the players of the national lottery.
Bad Actress - #MeToo Bollywood 16mm Short Film
An aspiring actress auditions for a Bollywood director keen on getting her on his casting couch. This short was a digital output made with participants the 'Southall on Film' Heritage project.
Produced, directed & edited by Blaise Singh
Director of Photography - Thomas Shawcraft
made possible through The Heritage Lottery Fund, with thanks to the players of the national lottery.
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ECP, Cranford Community College, High Street, Hounslow, London, TW5 9PD
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