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Stormzy Launches #Merky Films With Debut Short Film Big Man

Directed by Oscar-winning filmmaker Aneil Karia, the film arrives June 18 on YouTube

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Overview

  • #Merky Films began operations on June 11 as the latest arm of Stormzy’s #Merky brand, which spans publishing, music and charitable initiatives.
  • The company’s mission is to champion fresh voices and powerful narratives within British cinema and television.
  • Big Man stars Stormzy as Tenzman, a former rap star who rediscovers his passion after forming a bond that highlights themes of youth and gratitude.
  • Produced in partnership with Apple and shot entirely on an iPhone, the short was made under the direction of Oscar winner Aneil Karia.
  • #Merky Films is already developing a drama series, a cultural biopic, documentaries, an animation project and a mockumentary.