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The Corsets

Wales, UK, 2023.
The inseparable friendship group ‘The Corsets’, Harriet (23), Alecia (25), Ruby (22) and Mary (23) are bound by their passion of dressing up in period-inspired fantasy costumes.
But navigating personal affliction and change causes cracks to appear within their foundations, leading them to pull away from one another. How, in this short slice-of-life film, will they stay together in the face of so much turmoil?

  • Megan Bottoms
    Director
  • Natasha Irving
    Writer
  • Ben Tench
    Producer
  • Gabriela Toloi
    Key Cast
    "Harriet Bert"
  • Amy Gregory
    Key Cast
    "Mary Thompkins"
  • Elizabeth Lozano
    Key Cast
    "Ruby Richardson"
  • Michaela Morgan-Bullock
    Key Cast
    "Alecia Mane"
  • Ifan Coyle
    Key Cast
    "Robin Richardson"
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama, Romance, Coming of Age
  • Runtime:
    14 minutes 57 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    June 1, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    1,500 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital - ProRes
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - University of South Wales
Director - Megan Bottoms
Director Statement

I decided to take on the role of director for The Corsets because I fell in love with the script the minute I read it, and wanted to bring it to life!
Getting to direct a film with a female lead storyline, and as a female director, was a truly incredible experience. I was surrounded by a great crew who worked hard to bring the film to life, and each cast member fitted their role perfectly.