Helen, late 30’s, spends her nights packing chickens and her days caring for dying mother-figure Gwen. Her mundane world takes a surprising turn with the return of her teenage passion, Joanne. The women are trying to let go of the past and allow their love to win.
Janis grew up in North Wales surrounded by dynamic, working-class women. Their tangible force of energy and humour is something she reflects in her work, which explores the beauty and brutality of life. The inclusion of song and music is a significant part of her work. Her short film BLUE COLLARS AND BUTTERCUPS won the Kodak Creative Filmmaking award. It was screened at Locarno Film Fest, Brest European Film Festival, Tampere International Film Festival and many more.
The Befuddled Box of Betty Buttifint (2014), Blue Collars and Buttercups (2007)
