Anatomy of a Debut: Ish 

Join us to discover the story behind Imran Perretta’s feature debut, from its creative genesis to the People Choice’s Award in Venice.

Left to right: Dhiraj Mahey, Imran Perretta, Enda Walsh
  • Date: Tuesday 14 October
  • Time: 14:30 to 15:30
  • Venue: Picturehouse Central

The story behind Ish is fascinating. The debut feature from award-winning artist Imran Perretta and producer Dhiraj Mahey, was developed through their company Primal Pictures with BBC Film. Acclaimed playwright and screenwriter Enda Walsh (Die My Love, Hunger) came on board as co-writer and interest in the project grew. 

Production finance was secured from BBC Film and the BFI, and Mike Goodridge (Good Chaos) and Bennett McGhee (Home Team) boarded as Executive Producer, and second Producer, respectively.  Global Constellation also boarded at script stage, handling international sales.  

Ish received its world premiere at Venice International Critics’ Week, where it won The People’s Choice Award. We are thrilled to welcome the team behind Ish to the Industry Forum. This deep dive, making-of discussion will cover the film’s creative genesis, production history, and first steps into the international marketplace. 

Speakers:

  • Imran Perretta, writer, director, composer
  • Dhiraj Mahey, producer
  • Enda Walsh, writer

Host:

  • Mariayah Kaderbhai, Screen Industries Specialist