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Sequins

Country: United Kingdom, Language: English, 18 mins

  • Director: Michael Beddoes
  • Writer: Amy Clarke

CGiii Comment

So good we watched it twice! Not just because of James Dreyfus!

Robbie Gaskell is a talent to watch. The final song is...special.


Watch...

SEQUINS // SHORT FILM from Michael Beddoes on Vimeo.

The(ir) Blurb...

SEQUINS is a coming of age comedy short film set in late 90s Blackpool. 17-year-old Paul's journey of self-discovery takes a unique turn when he embarks on his ambition to become a drag queen, despite fear of ridicule from his peers and being ostracized by his family. Opportunity presents itself when Paul meets drag queen Mimi Le Purr, a seasoned performer at The Sequin Club in Blackpool. With the help of Roger, (Mimi out of drag), Paul embarks on a journey of transformation, both physically and emotionally. A heartfelt comedy about learning to love yourself and trusting that those closest to you will accept you no matter what.

Cast & Characters

Robbie Gaskell as Paul Bigsby
James Dreyfus as Mimi Le Purr / Roger Ellis
Ben Willbond as Alan Bigsby
Nicole Louise Lewis as Stacey Newman
Joanne Heywood as Debbie Bigsby
Marcus Geldard as Rick Hennessy
Erin Geraghty as Mrs. Coughlin
Derek Murphy as Johnny
Stephen Cheriton as Orla Nothin
Andrew Bell as Parent at Talent Show