Blackpool – Indie Short Film Review | BOOM! Film Festival

Описание: In this interview, Dave Esposito sits down with actor Andrew Ellis (This Is England) and director Stephen Gallacher (McDonald & Dodds, Fifteen-Love) to talk about their powerful and darkly funny short film, Blackpool.

They dive into the creative process, the challenges of adapting the story from stage to screen, and how they crafted such deep, human characters—especially Billy, a man on the brink who finds unexpected hope in the unlikeliest way: a grown man dressed as a parrot.

We talk honestly about:

Bringing modern-day Britain’s struggles into a character like Billy

The unique energy and charm of filming in Blackpool

Balancing humor with heartbreak

Human connection as the soul of good filmmaking

The community support that helped them shoot “on absolutely nothing”

Why the film ultimately packs a message of hope

If you’re into filmmaking, character-driven storytelling, or just love hearing talented creatives break down their process, this conversation is loaded with insight.

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🎬 About the Film — BLACKPOOL
After a lifetime of more downs than ups, Billy heads to Blackpool for one chaotic final weekend. But in the middle of drink, drugs, and failed attempts to end it all, he stumbles into something he didn’t expect: a reason to live. Featuring standout performances, sharp writing, and a heartfelt core, Blackpool captures both the grit and the charm of the iconic seaside town.