British writer and director Jamie Childs has recently captivated audiences with his debut feature film, Jackdaw, which premiered at Fantastic Fest and is now set to enthrall fans at Sitges. The crime thriller, starring Oliver Jackson-Cohen, has generated significant buzz among fans and critics.
Jackdaw marks the beginning of a new era in British filmmaking, setting a tone that resonates deeply with Childs. The film is a profound, nocturnal odyssey, paying homage to the filmmaker's love for Tony and Ridley Scott films of the 1990s, and the pulsating beats of UK rave music. Childs views the film as a personal project and a tribute to his native Northern England.
Childs, known for his work as an acclaimed television director on series like Willow and The Sandman, has seamlessly translated his resourceful and creative approach to filmmaking into Jackdaw. He has always been practical in his approach, drawing from early experiences experimenting with avant-garde music videos in the style of Chris Cunningham.
In Jackdaw, Jamie Childs pours his heart and soul, drawing from his personal experiences to create an electrifying and emotionally charged universe for this original action thriller. As the film garners attention and praise, it's evident that Childs is paving the way for a promising future in the world of British filmmaking.
Jessie Hobson