'It's a wrap' on filming By Any Name starring Samira Mohamed Ali

'It's a wrap'!

Filming of By Any Name, starring Samira Mohamed Ali, has been completed in Swansea and other South Wales locations in just three weeks.

The project is based on the book by best selling Swansea-based author Katherine John (aka Catrin Collier).

She has just released her 48th book title through Accent Press.

She has now teamed up with Tanabi Films to produce an exciting action adventure movie.

Tanabi Films have had the pleasure of producing By Any Name- a No.1 best seller on e-book Amazon and a bestseller in Germany, Poland, the US and UK.
Shooting began on location in Swansea and 'wrapped' in the beautiful Brecon Beacons.

The film is set for release late November.

With the majority of cast and crew being Welsh or Welsh based, it seems fitting that Welsh Director Euros Jones-Evans pushed for the stunning Welsh backdrops.

Euros said: "All the pieces have just fallen into place at the right time, we have stunning locations, a passionate, committed team and a truly gripping story.

"We are also in awe of the effort of the local community. Shillingfords of Neath, Cafe TwoCann and The Kinder Kafe of Swansea who all sponsored us with catering. We also got a staggering volume of emails and correspondence about people seeking extras work, work experience and willing to help as composers."
Recently selected as one of Amazon’s chosen authors, Katherine John is currently profiled on most online platforms across the US, South America and Europe.

Katherine said:“I am very much part of the project to bring By Any Name to the screen. The entire team at Tanabi are incredible, and determined to get everything right. I've written the script with the support of the director and the actors who are all superb professionals, and it is a huge privilege to be able to work with them.”
Welsh actress Samira Mohamed Ali Stars as the joint lead in the movie playng the role of Elizabeth Santer, a psychologist who is taken hostage by main character John West.

Samira, currently the Ambassador for BritWeek Miami, FilmInWales and UK ambassador for Cerebra charity, underwent intensive personal training in order to keep up with the physical demands of the role.

Samira said: “I am thrilled to be part of this movie and to co-produce this transmedia project. Being able to work in Wales and especially in Swansea and Brecon is very exciting, as most of my work to date has been abroad in Bollywood movies”.
Actor and Combat expert Cengiz Dervis plays the lead role of John West, the bloodstained stranger who has suffered amnesia, and is the centre of a manhunt across Wales.

Cengiz has a huge fan base in the UK, Europe and especially in Turkey, and he is set to be an exciting cast member on this production.

Cengiz said “I’ve read the novel twice and the screenplay was fantastic. It was such a privilege to come to Wales and work with such a passionate team. I can’t wait to see the result in November."

Also, set to feature in the movie as the third lead is actor Dan Richardson, who’s many acting credits include British and US movies such as ‘Crazy Old Woman” (2007) and makes him an integral part of the team.
Tanabi’s CEO and Director Euros Jones-Evans said:“Swansea is becoming a hotbed for film and TV productions, and we’re looking forward to be an integral part of this media buzz. Swansea is the place to watch for up and coming talent in all areas of film and Media. I cannot wait to see what the next Tanabi poject brings to Swansea."

You can follow the adventure on Twitter @ByAnyNameMovie or @TanabiFilms