Lamaze Classes

Kate is pregnant but her boyfriend Josh doesn't have a clue. This is until his roommate Mike spills the tea. A hilarious film; a comedic triad trapped in a messed up situation about babies, lamaze classes, mothers-in-law and a little school of...pipefish.

  • John Plas
    Director
    Bastille Day
  • John Plas
    Writer
    Bastille Day
  • Matt Parsons
    Producer
  • John Plas
    Key Cast
    "MIKE"
  • Matthew Biddulph
    Key Cast
    "JOSH"
  • John Plas
    Key Cast
    "KATE"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Television
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    January 6, 2020
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • BFI IMAX Screen
    London
    United Kingdom
Director Biography - John Plas

John Plas is an actor and writer. He is an actor appearing on stage, in film and on television. He had a role in the 2015 film Bastille Day and made guest appearances in US and UK TV Series. He first appeared in television series such as ''How NOT to kill your husband''. John Plas has a credit for Star Wars the Force Awakens. Plas received an MClinDent and Diploma in Clinical Periodontology from Queen Mary University of London. Simultaneously, he enrolled to study acting in London's Actors' Center. Plas decided to further continue his acting studies with specialized seminars at the Actors Connection Institution and Actors' Studio in New York City, New York. He was also accepted and continued with studies in advanced Periodontology as a fellow at the University of Connecticut, School of Dental Medicine. Plas is currently developing a medical drama series and is set to appear on stage in a new dark comedy production at London's West End

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Director Statement

Hello,

How are you? My name is John Plas and I am an actor-filmmaker.

I was recently accepted at the Reykjavik IFF Talent Lab and I would like to mention that I have been a member of the pre-selection committee at the Oscar Qualifying Bermuda International Film Festival. In addition, my recent film has been an Official Selection at "Meihodo Film Festival". You can read about the Festival below:

https://www.forbes.com/sites/toddwasserman/2021/01/04/japans-meihodo-film-festival-sees-the-future-of-film-in-shorts/?sh=25c634ca4c9d

https://filmdaily.co/indie-film/meihodo-film-festival/

I made it to the poster of a Hollywood Film, BASTILLE DAY or THE TAKE.
At this point I would like to share some great news. The short film '' LAMAZE CLASSES '' that I wrote, directed and starred in has been the Official Selection, Semi-Finalist and Finalist at 60 Film Festivals up to this date.

Finalist at: JELLY FILM FEST.
Finalist at: Kosice International Film Festival.
Finalist at: FLICKFAIR Film Festival (LA).
Finalist at: Prague International Monthly Film Festival.
Semi Finalist at: Indie X Los Angeles Film Festival.
Semi Finalist at: Lisbon Rendezvous Film Festival.
Official Selection at: Best of Latin America Short Film Festival.
Semi Finalist at: Cefalu Film Festival.
Official Selection at: Dhaka International Film Festival.
Official Selection at: BeBop Channel New York Film Festival.
Official Selection at: Kalakari Film Festival.
Official Selection at: Meihodo Film Festival Japan.
Official Selection at: Only The Best Film Awards.

-I am currently serving as Executive producer for a short film shot in India (currently in production). In addition to that, I co-produced and starred in a short film inspired by the pandemic (currently in post-production).
-I am co-producer in the film "THE LIGHT". It is an Official Selection and Finalist in 15 Film Festivals up to this date.

This is my most recent QMUL interview: https://bit.ly/JohnPlas

In addition, I won a short play competition conducted by the prestigious (West End London) Jermyn Street Theater!!

Best wishes, John Plas