Past Event
Cannes to Soho
CANNES TO SOHO:
The Industry Debrief
As the red carpets roll up in France and the London film scene gears up for the summer production season, SHY Films invites you to join us at Karma Sanctum Soho on Tuesday, 26th May for an evening of cinematic connection and post-festival inspiration.
Fresh from the energy of the world’s most iconic film festival, this is an opportunity to connect with actors, writers, directors, producers, and composers looking to move exciting projects from “in development” to “action.”
Guest List Invitation
If you’d like to attend, just let me know and I’ll happily add your name to the guest list.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Exclusive Screening: A special showcase of Out of the Blue, our successfully Kickstarter-backed project.
Watch the BTS here: https://youtu.be/IC9nlmYtK54?
THE UNIT(E) Feature Film Spotlight & Q&A: Meet the team behind the psychological thriller THE UNIT(E), filmed on location in the London Bridge area. The cast and crew will share production insights and lessons from the shoot.
Watch the behind-the-scenes footage here: https://youtube.com/shorts/
Pitch, Connect & Collaborate: A focused networking session designed to help creatives discover new collaborators while the festival energy is still electric.
Networking in Soho: Talk shop in the velvet-lined heart of Soho with live music.
EVENING AGENDA
18:00 – 19:00: Live Music & Arrivals
19:00 – 19:40: Screening: Out of the Blue
19:40 – 20:10: Pitch, Connect & Collaborate
20:10 – 20:50: Networking & Music
20:50 – 21:30: THE UNIT(E) Team Talk & Q&A
21:30 – 22:00: Final Connections & Summer Planning
EVENT DETAILS
Karma Sanctum Soho
20 Warwick Street, London W1B 5NF
Tuesday, 26th May 2026
18:00 – 22:00
Dress Code (Optional): Elegant • Creative • Festival-ready
For more information and tickets, please visit the event page:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/
Next Project: We’re currently funding our upcoming feature film, Cyber Food, shooting in Dalston this October. We’d love your support on our Kickstarter campaign:
https://www.kickstarter.com/
The dress code is smart-casual
EVENT DATE
Tuesday 26 May 2026
Event Starts: 6:00 PM
Event Ends: 10:00 PM
Stay Tuned
Presenter
Ena Begovic
GUESTS
Ruhi Hamid
Oscar Nominated Director
Stephen Lennhoff
Director/Producer
Simona Lazarova
Paloma Siblik
Actor
Jonathan Hansler
Actor
Rob Marshall
Creative Director & Producer
Paul Chiedozie
Creative Producer
Martin Razpopov
Actor
emma dark
Filmmaker
Dale Reynolds
Actor
Makeup Consultant
Opal
Makeup artist
✨ GET EVENT-READY: 15-Minute Express Glow-Up Sessions with Opal ✨
EXCLUSIVE EVENT OFFER | Tuesday, 3rd February | Karma Sanctum, Soho
Opal Griffith is thrilled to invite you to an exclusive beauty experience in the heart of London. Whether you are arriving from the office or preparing for the evening’s festivities, Opal is offering 15-minute express makeup treatments to ensure you look and feel your absolute best.
Film Screening
**Event Announcement: Exclusive Screening of ‘The Country Gentlewoman’! **
SHY Films is thrilled to host an exclusive screening of the highly-anticipated film ‘The Country Gentlewoman’ at the Karma Sanctum Soho Hotel. Join us on Tuesday, February 3rd, at 7:00 PM for a cinematic experience to remember. The Film: A witty spoof of a primetime TV cooking show, directed by Hope Lines and Ellie Dinnes, ‘The Country Gentlewoman’ presents an unexpected narrative. It follows hostesses Arabella and Margaret as they blend unexpected elements, from wine to unique cleaning products! We are delighted that the cast and crew will be in attendance for a special Q&A after the screening. Don’t miss this opportunity!
Ellie Dinnes
Hope Lines
Performing Artists
George Ides
Singer
Cryptic Prophet
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Paloma Siblik
Singer
Meershr
Singer
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Media Professionals
Marie Pecriaux
Videographer
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Tahra Sebti
Multimedia Producer
Chris Power
Photographer
Host
Ena Begovic
Harrite Olivia-Wilson
ORGANISERS
HARRY HAROON
RICHARD MICHALEC
Live and unmissable! We’re streaming the entire event live on our social media channels.
Disclaimer : Please note that the guests listed have confirmed their participation for Tuesday 26 May However, we cannot guarantee their attendance on the day.
Disclaimer : “Please note that photos and videos will be taken during the event for promotional purposes. By attending, you consent to the use of your image for social media and marketing.
Location:
Karma Sanctum Soho London
20 Warwick Street London W1B 5NF United Kingdom
Previous Event Highlights
Saie Surendra
Film Director
Independent Film Curse of the Influencers, Directed by Saie Surendra, Born from SHY Films Events, Hits the Festival Circuit
SHY Films is delighted to celebrate the success of Curse of the Influencers, an independent film directed by Saie Surendra, which originated from our Soho networking events. The film’s talented cast and crew first connected at one of our SHY Films gatherings — a space designed to bring together creative professionals from across the industry to collaborate and inspire one another.
In 2024, Curse of the Influencers premiered at a SHY Films event, giving our community the very first glimpse of this bold and thought-provoking project. Since then, the film has continued its journey on the international festival circuit, earning acclaim for its compelling storytelling and standout performances under Saie Surendra’s direction.
This achievement perfectly reflects the spirit of SHY Films events — fostering genuine connections that spark meaningful collaborations, and celebrating the creative projects that are born within our vibrant community.