Helena
Marrion-Cole
Actor
Writer
Filmmaker
Bio
I’m a London born actor and writer based in Melbourne. I am represented by Daniel Scharf at Profile Creative.
My writing reflects my fasciation with raw and edgy cinema, with Shane Meadows being my greatest inspiration.
I am currently developing my Melbourne set feature screenplay Maggot Boy, produced by Daniel Scharf. You can find the details on this project below.
I have facilitated drama workshops for people experiencing homelessness, prison inmates and those at risk of offending. To aid this, I have studied Augusto Boal’s Theatre of The Oppressed both during my time at University of Leeds and with practitioner Veronika Szabó.
I am founder of The Lens production company where I create films about real people. I am currently producing a feature length ‘legacy video’ for a client with Motor Nurone Disease. I have two further documentaries in post production which I look forward to sharing soon.
Maggot Boy
Written by Helena Marrion-Cole
Produced by Daniel Scharf
Maggot Boy delves into the complexities of a toxic relationship using dramatic devices that explore patterns of manipulation. The plot follows a heartbroken heroin dealer who is sentenced to community service, where she encounters an awkward man with a disturbing past. Her twisted plan emerges to introduce him to her former lover, the owner of Melbourne’s largest underground brothel. The film incorporates metaphors to subtly explore complex themes of feminism and sex worker’s rights, while exposing elements of manipulation, misogyny, and addiction.
Maggot Boy Sizzle Reel
Sizzle reel directed by Lois Brabin-Platt
Follow through to Vimeo for full cast and crew credits
This sizzle reel dates back to a time when Maggot Boy was set in London. The film is now set in Melbourne, Australia.
Inspired by the mini-play ‘Maggot Boy’ by Helena Marrion-Cole, Oscar T.Wilson and Jack Gunner. After seven years of development, new characters, storylines, countless drafts and all original new writing, comes Helena Marrion-Cole’s feature film screenplay ‘Maggot Boy’.
Alina Web Series
This British Thriller focuses on a day in the life of Romanian immigrant Alina as she tries to escape an abusive relationship. Starring: Helena Marrion-Cole as Alina, Nathan Cook, Ziggy Ross an Nathan Powell. Directed by Aidan Sheridan, written by Aidan Sheridan & Christopher Delaney. Produced by Aidan Sheridan, Christopher Delaney & Helena Marrion-Cole. Editor: Aidan Sheridan. Production Designer: Kate Duggan. DOP: Tom Woodman Sound Recordist: Joel Neal www.holepunchpictures.co.uk
Eb & Flo
Eb & Flo
Directed by Lois Brabin-Platt
Written by Helena Marrion-Cole
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Ebony picks up a letter. Yet another one in the post addressed to her dad who she hasn't seen since she was a child. She talks to her mum who tells her he now lives in Ramsgate. Ebony must meet him again. Later that day she goes to visit her best friend Florence, who is in the midst of another blaring row with her abusive boyfriend. Ebony tells Florence about her plans to leave for Ramsgate, but Florence begs to accompany her on a 'road-trip'. As Ebony starts to shut the idea down, she notices a large bruise on Florence's leg. She can't leave her here.
Eb and Flo winning the Gold Award at the Independent Short Awards, Los Angeles (2019), Best Woman Short at IndieX Film Festival, Los Angeles (2019), Honourable Mention Award at One-Reeler Short Film Competition, Los Angeles (2019), and Award of Merit at Vegas Movie Awards (2020).
Notting Hill Carnival:
What it means for community and culture
A film about what Carnival means for community and Culture. The Lens is starting off by exploring Notting Hill Carnival, the second largest Carnival in the world after Rio De Janeiro, with up to 2 million attendees each year.
Presented and Produced by Helena Marrion-Cole
Music by The Heatwave
Cinematography by Ross Bain
CHELOU, Sorry
(Alternative Video)
This was an alternative music video to ‘Sorry’ by Chelou, which wasn’t used in the final release. However, I hate to think of it being lost in the ethos, so here it is to enjoy.
Starring Helena Marrion-Cole and Adam Grey
Edited by Helena Marrion-Cole
Cinematography by Aidan Sherian
