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Brit Rapper Stormzy Launches Production Company, Unveils Lead Role in Film From Oscar-Winning Director Aneil Karia
Brit rapper Stormzy has launched #Merky Films and unveiled his first lead role in short film 'Big Man'
The new venture — which follows on from Stormzy’s #Merky branded book imprint and sports scholarship — has set a purported mission to “champion new voices, fresh, powerful narratives and innovative forms of expression within British cinema and television” and “create projects that connect communities, celebrate culture and inspire meaningful change.” Produced in association with Apple and shot entirely on an iPhone, the film is directed by Aneil Karia, winner of the best live action short film Oscar in 2021 for “The Long Goodbye” alongside Riz Ahmed and who recently wrapped a feature-length modern adaptation of “Hamlet” also starring Ahmed, alongside Morfydd Clark, Joe Alwyn and Tim Spall. Aside from music videos, Stormzy’s previous on-screen credits include small roles in the 2016 feature “Brotherhood” and TV series “Noughts + Crosses.”
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