BlackbirdOriginal Film
Blackbird is an award-recognised independent film that playfully dissects the post-grad employment crisis through sharp comedy and surreal character moments. Created as a narrative short film, it follows a well-intentioned graduate navigating the increasingly absurd world of temp work - a story told with wit, timing, and a distinctly off-beat charm.
Shot by Palladian’s lead cinematographer, the film balances humour with a grounded visual style, elevating the script’s quirky tension while keeping the world intentionally heightened. Its bold, creative choices and comedic edge earned it multiple festival screenings and industry recognition.
Recognition & Screenings
– The Smalls Film Festival, 2017
– Underwire Film Festival, 2017
– Chortle’s Best Comedy Show on Demand
– London World-Wide Comedy Film Festival, 2018 (Special Mention)
– Top 5 Shooting People’s Film of the Month, 2017
– Fandependent Film Festival, Summer 2017
Team
Devised, Directed and Performed by
Daniela Pasquini
Cinematographer & Editor
Alex Pasquini
Script Editor
Jonnie Bayfield
Original Score
Ollie Howell
Additional Voice Overs
Adam Colborne, Will Cowell
Year
2017
Deliverables
Short Film
"Strange, quirky and beautifully shot"
Recognition & Screenings:
The Smalls Film Festival, 2017
Underwire Film Festival, 2017
Chortle’s Best Comedy Show on Demand
London World-Wide Comedy Film Festival, 2018 Special Mention
Top 5 Shooting People’s Film of the Month, 2017
Fandependent Film Festival, Summer 2017