Director

Fenn O’Meally

Fenn O’Meally directs a touching promo for&nbsp;Lil Silva and Sampha, combining modern and archive home video footage, filmed in&nbsp;London and Jamaica.&nbsp;The concept for new track Another Sketch&nbsp;creates a symbiotic relationship between the past and the present, connecting the two worlds and sketching a visual and cultural history, placing the act of congregation at the heart of it all.[imgtoken data:1]Utilising a mix of both newly-created and vintage footage, the film explores&nbsp;the characters and zeitgeist of each time period, through&nbsp;a celebratory, emotional lens.The video is book-ended with the text 'he waves back home', and it's&nbsp;a wonderful way to encapsulate the entire concept in one short phrase.&nbsp;"This project has a special place in my heart," says O'Meally. "Until you dig deep you're unaware of just how many layers you're immersed in.[imgtoken data:2]"From the genius of Silva's music to his community and their stories, the footage old and new and even the ripples of sound throughout - like the waves I recorded on a trip to Jamaica in February - there are so many moments of life past and present that contribute to this piece.&nbsp;"I always dream of making work that really and honestly makes you feel something deep within you. So this has been an incredibly fulfilling project, more than I could have ever anticipated. I'm so grateful to Bafic, Silva and Sampha for the opportunity."

United Kingdom

Joshua Gochez

Calvin How

Juanjose Mouko Nsue

Luca Chapman

OB Management

SMUGGLER

Elliott Beach

Benoit Soler

Elizabeth Doonan

Georgie Dale

Niomi Collins

Charlie Cowper

Rupert Hornstein

Kairo Jones

Shanice Noel

Michele Baylis

Lainy Black

The Assembly Rooms

Thomas Mangham

Alt Soul

Lil Silva ft Sampha 'Another Sketch' by Fenn O’Meally

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Fenn O’Meally directs a poetic and gentle promo for Bakar.The video for Build Me A Way portrays a story of manhood and boyhood side by side, illustrating the curiosity of youth whilst the&nbsp;deterioration of a young man appears simultaneously.Through her delicate storytelling, O’Meally creates a strangely uncomfortable vibe as she portrays the numbness of the young man as he disconnects from himself, his mind and where he comes from.Shot on 16mm, O’Meally and DOP&nbsp;Paul Özgür&nbsp;create rich,&nbsp;powerful visuals as they capture the tender story through beautiful black and white imagery.The abstract narrative stays open to interpretation, offering an enticing opportunity to rewatch and pick up on new iconography and imagery through every viewing.&nbsp;

Blair Smith

Tom Wynborne

Paul Özgür

Kev Gardner

Marco Turcich

Ola-oluwa Ebiti

Jess Summer

Brian Carmody

Kya Lou

Matthew Baus

Black Butter Records

Patrick Milling Smith

Kodak

Bakar 'Build Me A Way' by Fenn O’Meally

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Jorja Smith plays a cunning car mechanic, involved in a money-making wheeze with her co-star Shaybo,&nbsp;in the gritty and atmospheric video for Bussdown&nbsp;directed Fenn O'Meally - and filmed in Jorja's hometown in Walsall.&nbsp;[imgtoken data:1]&nbsp;&nbsp;If the sight of Jorja as a West Midlands car mechanic seems unlikely at first, O'Meally makes it work by drawing on various influences and sharp cinematic techniques from Hollywood heist movies, and also closer to home. Initially, it's Jorja who uses her charm to seriously overcharge customers at the auto repair garage. Shaybo observes on the CCTV, before they indulge in their taste for jewellry, as Jorja transforms out of her oily overalls into something more glamorous.[imgtoken data:2]For&nbsp;a song which has an unhurried soulful tempo, O’Meally's command of the narrative, attention to detail&nbsp;and integration of the performances is exceptional. This is a very confident and stylish video by the director - also from the West Midlands - and&nbsp;a great platform for the performers who display their natural personalities and chemistry while inhabiting their fictional roles. The cinematography by&nbsp;Patrick Golan is perfect for providing the fusion of English kitchen sink grittiness and slick music video glamour.&nbsp;[imgtoken data:3]“Honestly, it's been a blessing working with an artist who is so driven, so hard working and so collaborative," says O'Meally. "I knew working with Jorja would be special - two Midlands girls, both who hustle their heart out, from very humble backgrounds, teaming up and showing up is always going to be special. And then Shaybo in the mix, crazyyyy talent... I am so grateful for the trust both artists gave me.”[imgtoken data:4]

Cora Rodriguez

Patrick Golan

Max Randall

Jonny Thorpe

Face North

Jorja Smith ft Shaybo 'Bussdown' by Fenn O'Meally

Jorja Smith - Bussdown (feat. Shaybo)

Fenn O’Meally explores&nbsp;musical obsession in her charming promo for Texas ft. Wu-Tang Clan.&nbsp;The film features&nbsp;Kadeem Ramsay - well known for his recurring role in Top Boy, and also in Steve McQueen anthology Small Axe - as Myles, an obsessive Texas and Wu-Tang fan. After seeing their legendary joint performance at the 1998 Brit Awards, he’s spent the last 15 years collecting merch and memorabilia of the two, whilst plotting ways to bring this monumental collaboration back. The film follows Myles’&nbsp;obsession with the ultimate music collaboration and his hope that they will, one day, reunite.O’Meally&nbsp;injects humour and effortless charisma into the project, while employing a clever split narrative.&nbsp;Lensed by Molly Manning Walker, the use of authentic, docu-style shots helps build a sense of character and narrative, whilst the more experimental footage brings a jolt&nbsp;of youthful energy to the overall concept.&nbsp;The production design and art direction are top-notch, cleverly portraying a sense of celebrity obsession, without going overboard into parody territory. It's a film with a big heart, and looks like it was just as fun to make as it is to watch.[imgtoken data:1]&nbsp;

Emma Wellbelove

Gaaron Clarke

Steven Eniraiyetan

Molly Manning Walker

Jerry Pradon

Bill Rae Smith

Natalie Roar

Aaliyah Oke

Lisa Foo

Hip Hop

Texas ft Wu-Tang Clan 'Hi' by Fenn O’Meally

Texas & Wu-Tang Clan - Hi (Official Video)

Fenn O'Meally directs an intimate portrait and celebration of black Afro-Caribbean culture in JNR Williams's new video for Us In Major.Consisting&nbsp;of vignettes focused on a series of people of different ages and backgrounds, each shot is composed as if a photographic portrait, with lots of eye contact with the camera and groups posing in unison. Moments of joy and candid laughter are interspersed with more serious scenes, creating a balanced and honest view of the life experience they are all sharing.&nbsp;Shot by&nbsp;Olan Collardy, the naturalistic lighting and colour palettes are raw and engaging, and it's a beautiful visual to match the thought-provoking track.&nbsp;

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