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the billionaire’s accidental bride

Emma enters a grand, opulent lobby, bathed in rich backlighting, anamorphic lens flare adding to the luxurious atmosphere
Emma and Eric sit at an elaborate wedding table, surrounded by empty seats as confetti falls—an eerie contrast to the celebratory setting
Emma stands poised in a breathtaking wedding dress, framed by two immaculately manicured trees in an elegant venue
Emma speaks with Nathan in the lavish lobby, anamorphic lens flare enhancing the grandeur of the space
Amber caught in a moment of betrayal with Nathan in a dimly lit bedroom, deep blue and orange lighting creating a visually striking, cinematic tension
Amber wears Emma’s wedding veil, standing ominously over the bed where Emma sleeps—a haunting moment
A dimly lit corridor glows with dark orange hues as Emma struts away in a striking black dress—a stunning cinematic moment
Emma and Eric reflect on their whirlwind marriage beneath the shade of trees, the setting exuding romance and uncertainty
Similar to the previous scene, but now Emma stares directly into the camera, questioning the gravity of her impulsive decision
In Emma’s dimly lit bedroom, she lies awake as Amber quietly exits—contrasting blue and magenta lighting punctuated by warm orange from the hallway
Emma turns her head over her shoulder, introducing herself to the camera, bathed in the moody hues of the room
Emma's memory flashback—Emma and Nathan in a past moment of happiness, now long gone
Reverse of the earlier scene with Emma and Eric under the trees, now featuring a sleek, expensive supercar parked in the background
A sunlit moment in the wedding venue—Emma and Eric signing their marriage documents, the golden summer light evoking warmth and glamour
Close-up of Eric from the tree-shaded moment, his expression filled with possible excitement and apprehension
Emma surrounded by assistants in a striking dressing room, hair and makeup being perfected—cool vivid hues inspired by The Neon Demon
Close-up of Emma from the elegant wedding dress scene, her expression unreadable yet captivating
Emma prepares to step onto the stage, transformed into the black swan she has become—rich reds and golds illuminating her presence
Eric watches from the crowd, waiting for Emma’s performance to begin—anamorphic lens flares and a warm, opulent glow filling the frame
Eric and his assistant stand beside the sleek supercar, bathed in sunlight, deep in conversation about the need to follow Emma and uncover more

  • The Billionaire’s Accidental Bride is a narrative short accompanying the hit Pocket FM podcast, which has over 398 million plays. Based on the novel Trial Marriage Husband, the story follows Emma, a former model whose perfect life shatters when she discovers her fiancé’s infidelity. Determined to reclaim control, she crosses paths with enigmatic billionaire Eric Roberts, setting the stage for a tale of revenge, romance, and unexpected twists

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    The Colour Grade

    I worked closely with the director and production company to develop a naturalistic yet cinematic look, enhancing the warmth of the summer setting and the opulence of Eric’s world. Shot on Sony Venice with anamorphic lenses, the film balances richness and elegance, immersing us in both the grandeur of Eric’s life and Emma’s journey through it

    If you love this aesthetic, you might like this documentary

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    Cast

    EMMA - Bella Rose
    ERIC - Jason Sardinha
    NATHAN - Jack Armstrong
    AMBER - Cherry Rose Fox
    LUKE - Tom Bond
    GARRY - Nathaniel Rehman
    BRIDE - Meg Morris
    GROOM - Doug Statt
    MODEL 1 - Stephanie Venn
    MODEL 2 - Anastasia Cologne-Brookes
    MODEL 3 - Catherine Searcey

    CREW

    DIRECTOR - Alun D Pughe
    PRODUCER - James Sykes
    1ST AD - Oliver Purches
    DOP - Dave Mackie
    SOUND RECORDIST - Simon Gennard
    FOCUS PULLER - Charlie Bush
    ART DIRECTOR - Alana Ashley
    MUA - Anna Randall
    SCRIPT SUPERVISOR - Jiki Lim Ford
    PRODUCTION ASSISTANT - Sophie Hashem

    PRODUCTION COMPANY - JS Productions
    PRODUCTION MANAGER - Kate Avis
    EXEC PRODUCER - Garry Sinclair
    EXEC PRODUCER - Jiki Lim Ford
    COLOURIST - Iain Pennington

    Filmed on location at Charlton Park, Cotswolds and The Studio Barn

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