Smoked

For CONNOR, an astute entrepreneur; GIORGIO & LUCREZIA, two Italian thieves and RICO, a sensual gardener, a Friday afternoon seems to be the perfect occasion to steal everything from FRITZ, a corrupt, wealthy and tired businessman who only wants to relax in the comfort of his home. However, a series of "unfortunate events" will change the fate and plans of our characters, while BOBBY, the "Dragon", witnesses this "bad fortune."

  • Grace Wardlaw
    Director
  • Cristo Fernández
    Director
  • Patrick Deslarzes
    Writer
  • Silvia Manazzone
    Writer
  • Frank Juarez
    Writer
  • Frederick Di Rosa
    Writer
  • Cristo Fernández
    Writer
  • Patrick Deslarzes
    Producer
  • Silvia Manazzone
    Producer
  • Frank Juarez
    Producer
  • Frederick Di Rosa
    Producer
  • Cristo Fernández
    Producer
  • Patrick Deslarzes
    Key Cast
    "Fritz"
  • Silvia Manazzone
    Key Cast
    "Lucrezia"
  • Frank Juarez
    Key Cast
    "Connor"
  • Frederick Di Rosa
    Key Cast
    "Giorgio"
  • Cristo Fernández
    Key Cast
    "Rico"
  • Project Title (Original Language):
    Quemados
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Comedy, Dark Humor
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 59 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    April 5, 2020
  • Production Budget:
    1,500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English, Italian, Spanish
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Distribution Information
  • Espectro MX Films
    Distributor
    Country: Worldwide
    Rights: All Rights
Director Biography - Grace Wardlaw, Cristo Fernández

Cristo Fernández is a Mexican actor & filmmaker. He holds a BA degree in Communications from the Universidad del Valle de Atemajac UNIVA in Guadalajara, Mexico and a MA Acting degree from the Guildford School of Acting at the University of Surrey. The highlight of his career thus far has been starring as "Dani Rojas" in the comedy TV Series "TED LASSO" (2020) written by Jason Sudeikis & Bill Lawrence, produced by Warner Bros., Apple TV+ & DOOZER Productions. In 2017, he started his film company “Espectro MX Films." Within this company he has released several films that have screened internationally.

Grace Wardlaw is an actress and director. She holds a BA degree in French and Italian from the University College London UCL and a MA Acting degree from the Guildford School of Acting at the University of Surrey. She has experience in both stage and on screen. Hightlighting her work with Encompass Theatre Company both in the UK and abroad. Smoked is her debut film as a Director.

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Director Statement

***Archivo " .srt" & Versión son subtítulos Español en imagen disponibles: https://vimeo.com/416543826/29618a8cfa

*We believe that comedy has the power to transmit a message more effectively than any other genre. "Smoked” reveals the basic human need that we’re all trying to fulfill, finding a time and place where we can be in peace with ourselves. Wether you’re a a saint, a sinner or just a regular tax-payer, in this hectic world we live, there comes a moment in life where we all just need a bit of peace and quiet.

"Smoked" is the result of great deal of "blood, sweat and (thankfully not too many) tears”. The teams collaboration began as we were finishing our Masters Degree at the Guildford School of Acting in the UK and continues to this day. Quirky, creative and lots of fun defines this project. We hope you enjoy it!

Grace & Cristo