A short film ‘When I Grow Up’ (directed by Zhannat Alshanova, produced by Centera Production) premiered on the 29th of November during the Spotlight Initiative Closing Conference in Astana, Kazakhstan. Spotlight Initiative is the global initiative of the United Nations in partnership with the European Union to eliminate violence against women and girls.
Lief is a female-led creative content studio, promoting & celebrating inclusivity, creating new culture-defining work with exceptional uniquely diverse filmmakers.
Founded by Margo Mars, one of the most respected and well-known creative producers in the UK, with a reputation for creating award winning short form content. Especially under Mars’ watchful and nurturing eye – she counts awards from Cannes Lions, D&AD, British Film Institute, Clios, Ciclope, British Arrows, LIA, Campaign, MVA, VMA, Kinsale, SHOTS and Tribeca X under her belt – so it’s no wonder Lief’s creatures are flourishing.