Dawn of a New Gay
For Channel 4 Random Acts
Comedian Jack Rooke goes back to uni for a tale of sexual enlightenment in the pre-Brexit, London-Olympics bliss of 2012. Featuring Harpist Alexander Thomas, this tale of drugs, debauchery and dating apps is a heart-warming, romantic modern day diary entry, from one of the UK's most exciting comedians and screenwriters.
Official Selection BFI London Film Festival 2019 - Laugh Strand
Written By and Starring Jack Rooke
Director Rosie Gaunt-Mathieson
Also starring and Scored by Alexander Thomas
DOP Matt Wicks
Editor Duncan Tune
Associate Producer Christina Riggs
“Rosie is the definition of a get sh*t done gal! Working with her was an absolute pleasure; to collaborate, experiment, compromise and ultimately create a project that I am very proud of. She’s headed for big things.”
— Jack Rooke
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“If there was one short at this year’s LFF that felt primed for series development it was Dawn of a New Gay”
— @Director's Notes
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