What's Next for 'Rose of Nevada', 'Little Amélie', 'Kim Novak's Vertigo' Creators: Tea With Filmmakers
The 69th edition of the BFI London Film Festival (LFF) is drawing to a close, and some filmmakers are already looking ahead to their next projects. THR attended the Filmmaker Afternoon Tea sessions to catch up with the creative minds behind three films featured at LFF 2025 and their future endeavors.
Rose of Nevada
Mark Jenkin, director, and Denzil Monk, producer, discuss their time travel drama, set in a fishing village in Cornwall, England. The film explores themes of poverty and privilege, shedding light on the coexistence of different worlds in the region. Jenkin and Monk emphasize the importance of representing these diverse realities on screen, even if it's not an overt message.
One intriguing anecdote involves a scene from the film, where Monk experienced a real-life 'ghost story' when water dripped through his roof, mirroring a similar incident in the movie. Jenkin also highlights the industry's progress in representing diverse lives, but also points out the persistence of films obsessed with posh British people and their historical treatment of the poor.
Jenkin, who writes, directs, and post-produces his films, is currently developing a slate of projects, including a couple of original ideas and two collaborations with writers. He aims to speed up the development process as he gets older.
Little Amélie
Maïlys Vallade, co-director, and Claire La Combe, producer, introduce the animated film 'Little Amélie', based on the short novel 'The Character of Rain' by Amélie Nothomb. The film, a feature directorial debut, showcases vibrant colors and unique visual elements, reflecting the directors' artistic vision.
La Combe reveals the global reach of the film, sold to over 20 countries, including the U.S., Spain, China, and Japan. The production team faced challenges in securing a release in Japan, a film about Japan made by French people, but their pride in the animated movie's cultural significance prevailed.
Vallade expresses her passion for storytelling, favoring symbolic, philosophical, and poetic narratives. She is open to new projects, eager to bring more stories to life as a director.
Kim Novak's Vertigo
Alexandre O'Philippe, the director of the documentary 'Kim Novak's Vertigo', shares insights into his collaboration with the iconic actress. Novak, a private individual, opens up about her world, creating a warm and intimate atmosphere. O'Philippe praises her Hollywood Golden Age aura and glamor, which he believes is vanishing and should be cherished.
Looking ahead, O'Philippe has a busy schedule with multiple projects, including a Nosferatu project, a Vertigo sequel, a mafia-themed film, and possibly an Evil Dead project. His ambition and enthusiasm for filmmaking are evident, leaving audiences eager to see his future creations.
