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Style Centeral

April May is bubbly, excitable and an expert in all things fashion! Vivvi Kay is a quirky office manager with a case of the smarts... but not really! April May uncovers a niche in the fashion industry, herself! And creates a new business venture: Style Centeral. Craving challenge, Vivvi Kay is pressed into the role of intern; she's there to help all the way. Best friends forever, they know each other's fashion strengths and... they don't have any weaknesses! The journey unfolds over six short episodes, 2-3 minutes each in length.

In this standalone episode April May is on the hunt for inspiration, it's all about animal magnetism.

  • Leanora Romensky
    Director
  • Vanessa Makridis
    Director
  • Vanessa Makridis
    Writer
  • Leanora Romensky
    Writer
  • Leanora Romensky
    Producer
  • Vanessa Makridis
    Producer
  • Leanora Romensky
    Key Cast
    "April May"
  • Vanessa Kay
    Key Cast
    "Vivvi Kay"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    3 minutes 3 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    February 3, 2022
  • Production Budget:
    1,500 AUD
  • Country of Origin:
    Australia
  • Country of Filming:
    Australia
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16.9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Leanora Romensky, Vanessa Makridis

Vanessa completed the Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing and she has studied for the Advanced Diploma in Screenwriting at RMIT. She has written over a range of genres but her passion remains in the dynamic nature of writing for performance. Her short play 'Bert and Joyce' was produced by the Melbourne Writers' Theatre.
Vanessa's experience as an actor enhances her writing and directing. Working with a large corporate in a live theatre environment involved using her skills as a writer, trainer and actor to develop and present characters.

In addition to directing and producing her own work Leanora works freelance as a stylist (Romensky Style) and manages her children's entertainment company, Little Winkles.
A graduate of the University of Melbourne in Criminology, Leanora has extensive experience working as a presenter, children's entertainer, and in fashion. Her warmth and demeanour lends itself to a myriad of presenting styles, both spontaneous and scripted. Her presenter's journey began with a series of live to air advertorials with GMA (Bert Newton), followed by extensive TVC's including Optus, kmart, Freedom Insurance, Reducta and AFL. Corporate presentations range from, Ambassador for the Starlight Children's Foundation, hosting numerous fashion parades, public relations with Tatts Entertainment, working with chefs on stage, and web presentations for high profile companies.

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Director Statement

We committed to use our current and immediate resources to bring 'Style Centeral' to life, including aspects of our personalities and real life skills. Leanora is an expert in style! Vanessa is an amazing office multi tasker! Both write and act.
Melbourne is the iconic back drop to explore our characters' quest to take over the world 'one outfit at a time'.
We discovered two talented RMIT graduates who were available to film. These guys supported us as we met the challenge of guerrilla filmmaking.