SOUL
CONNECTION
A Rom-com for everyone... and their gran
Welcome To The Soul Connection Website
Filmed and set in Yorkshire, Soul Connection is a touching Romantic Comedy film that celebrates love, aging, and the magic of intergenerational friendship.
Here you can find out more about Soul Connection's story, the team bringing it to life and the exciting plans ahead.
You can also explore how you might be able to get involved in bringing this film to life through sponsorship opportunities, executive investments and getting your name in the credits.
Click here for sound
THE STORY
OF
SOUL
CONNECTION
After losing her husband and best friend of 50 years, newly widowed Jane has lost the eccentric spark that once defined her personality. Whilst sitting alone in the village cafe, she notices a young woman who has been stood up on a date. Jessie, a clumsy, hopeless romantic ends up embarking on a haphazard journey with Jane, after she makes it her mission to find Jessie a boyfriend.
As the pair realise they are each other's only 'single' friends, they slowly develop their own deep connection and understanding of one another.
50+
Less than 25% of characters in popular movies and TV shows from the last decade are 50+.
Male characters dominate on-screen in the 50+ age group: 80% in films, 75% in broadcast TV, and 66% in streaming platforms.
Characters aged 50 and above are less likely to have romantic storylines compared to younger characters, who are two to three times more likely.
50+ characters are usually portrayed as villains in 59% of films and 43.2% of TV shows.
KEY FINDINGS ON AGE REPRESENTATION
Survey: Older Audiences want media to depict them authentically positively, and diversely, challenging aging stereotypes.
We can address the underrepresentation of the 50+ demographic by focusing on their genuine stories and accurately depicting them on screen. By doing so, we can make a positive impact and ensure that their voices are heard!
research conducted by
Women Over 50:
The Right To Be On Screen
WRITER & DIRECTOR
ISSEY ADDY
Soul Connection is my graduating short film, which comes at the end of studying film in London for the past two years. My first short, which I wrote, directed, and produced last year was about a young struggling mother longing for the life of the woman through the opposite window, as they navigate dangerous relationships with their husbands. My first short film premiered at various regional festivals.
I’ve recently also produced ‘The Darkroom’ an independent feature film with an estimated production value of £200k, which is currently in post-production, that we’re hoping to premiere in next year’s festival cycle.
BECOME A
SOUL CONNECTION
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
The role of a Soul Connection Exec is vital, with their key involvement
being funding or attracting investors into the film.
We are looking for Executives who are passionate about seeing our story grow into the best film it can be!
With your involvement, we plan to submit our film to film festivals and production studios, kickstarting the transformation of Soul Connection from a proof-of-concept to a feature film.
To discuss with us further about becoming an
Executive Producer on Soul Connection...
THE SPONSORS OF
SOUL CONNECTION
We have been fortunate enough to receive an overwhelming amount of support from both the local businesses of Harrogate, and nation wide companies, such as PQA Academy of Performing Arts, through sponsorships.
Without these businesses support, our film would not be possible.
Please get in touch to engage in a collaborative partnership, and become a sponsor for Soul Connection...
