Apple Debuts 'Big Man', a New Shot on iPhone Film Starring Stormzy

We're missing out on so much working class talent - Stormzy's new film proves it

This week I was fortunate enough to watch the premiere of Stormzy’s latest venture, a short film called Big Man. It’s the first release from his own production company #MerkyFilms, and it’s available to watch on YouTube.Big Man is a feel-good story about a rapper who rediscovers his love of music after forging a bond with two young boys. It’s not a bad first foray into the business of film for Stormzy, and film feels like a natural arena for his…

Inside Stormzy's VIP packed premiere as he secretly takes acting lessons

WE know Stormzy can write a killer song, with 14 Top Ten hits – including four No1s – under his belt. And after he invited me to the premiere of his debut short film Big Man at London’s British Film Institute, I’m happy to report he can act, too. Stormzy with mum Abigail Owuo at the film’s premiereGetty What’s more astonishing is that his 20-minute film, directed by Oscar-winner Aneil Karia, was improvised from start to finish. “Stormzy had acti…

Apple's new short film 'Big Man' was shot on an iPhone 16 Pro

As part of its iconic "Shot on iPhone" campaign, Apple has released yet another short film, called "Big Man," featuring UK rapper Michael "Stormzy" Omari.

Apple debuts 'Big Man', a new Shot on iPhone film starring Stormzy

Apple’s latest release in its long-running “Shot on iPhone” campaign is here, and this time it stars UK rapper and musician Stormzy in a cool new short film called Big Man. Watch it below, alongside an interesting behind-the-scenes video. more…

Apple Shares New 'Shot on iPhone 16 Pro' Short Film

Apple today shared a new short film in its ongoing Shot on iPhone series, this time using the latest iPhone 16 Pro model for filming purposes. The video, called "Big Man," stars British rapper Michael "Stormzy" Omari. The mini movie features Stormzy as Tenzman, a washed-up, world-weary musician who runs into two joyful kids. The three embark on a journey that ultimately inspires Tenzman to make new music. The film was directed by Aneil Karia, kn…

Stormzy launches #MerkyFilms with debut short film 'Big Man'

Global music icon Stormzy has officially announced the launch of #Merky Films, the latest expansion of his formidable #Merky creative and cultural empire. This new venture signals a bold leap into the realm of film and visual storytelling, aiming to champion new voices and powerful British narratives