Hurt By Paradise

Woody Allen meets Frances Ha in this new British drama by first-time feature director, poet, actor and publisher Greta Bellamacina. Greta also stars as Celeste, a young mother trying to carve out a career as a poet in modern-day London. Meanwhile, friend and neighbour Stella (played by co-writer Sadie Brown), dreams of being an actor but spends much of her time babysitting Celeste’s son. Part ode to the city, this is a skilfully observed tale of friendship and family with a refreshingly understated sense of humour.

Cast

Greta Bellamacina

Celeste Birchwood

Nicholas Rowe

Jonathan Birchwood

Anna Brewster

Tessa

Sai Bennett

Sophie

Jaime Winstone

Janette

Tanya Burr

Maud

Sadie Brown

Stella

Fabio Paleari

Postman

Elisabeth Hopper

Eliza

Tania Wade

Eleanor