JESS DADDS

Bio

Jess Dadds is a new generation UK filmmaker, writing/directing films often focused on youth culture and social issues, whilst making them in a way that is progressive within independent cinema.

Jess’ latest short film I AM GOOD AT KARATE was awarded a special mention by the international jury at Encounters Film Festival for how the film “explores the complex intersections of class, mental health and coming of age, with a strong self-assured visual style” The film also screened at various other BAFTA and Academy Award qualifying film festivals, such as Oberhausen, Montréal Du Nouveau Cinema and LSFF.

Jess is currently in the early development stages of his first feature project.

TITLE OF FEATURE: KITT AND THE DEATHLESS

Kitt and the Deathless follows a teenager who has a dream that convinces him he can communicate with the dead. Shortly after being kicked out of his family home, Kitt goes on a road trip with his friends, whilst his world begins to spiral out of control.

Based in: Folkestone Contact: jessi@figfilms.co.uk Writer-director