Experiencing Interruptions?

The Shift

Leila and Claudia, are friendly and fun young managers at a London Pub. One night, a creepy client goes too far causing the girls to retaliate. Now a handsome detective is on the case, and as he searches for clues, finds love instead. Will he uncover what the girls are hiding?

  • Emma Jefferson
    Director
  • Romina Ruda
    Writer
  • Emma Jefferson
    Writer
  • Blaine Marcano
    Producer
  • Jessica Barton
    Key Cast
    "Leila"
  • Amy Connery
    Key Cast
    "Claudia"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, Thriller
  • Runtime:
    11 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    October 25, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    3,000 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital, ARRI AMIRA
  • Aspect Ratio:
    4:3
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - London Film Academy
  • London Film Academy Showcase
    London
    United Kingdom
    October 25, 2024
    United Kingdom
    Filmmaker of the Year Award
  • London Global Film Awards
    London
    United Kingdom
    Official Selection
  • London
    United Kingdom
    January 31, 2025
    Award Nominee
Director Biography - Emma Jefferson

Emma Jefferson is a passionate Australian filmmaker and recently graduated with her MA in filmmaking with a distinction from the London Film Academy. With a particular affiliation for dark comedy, this is Emma's first short film after previously working in theatre and visual art. She was selected as LFA’s Emerging Filmmaker of the Year 2024 and aspires to continue her directorial work collaborating with like-minded creatives to create quirky, thoughtful visual works with heart.

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