Chester-based Manleys Solicitors has taken on a prestigious client, filmmaker Nazrin Choudhury, whose short film is nominated for an Oscar. The film, ‘Red, White and Blue,’ delves into themes of survival and societal change following the overturning of Roe v Wade. Manleys’ influence is growing in the US, with representation in both the UK and New York courts. As the Oscars approach, Manleys is optimistic about Choudhury’s success.
In a significant development, Manleys Solicitors, a distinguished law firm based in Chester, has been appointed as the legal representative for filmmaker Nazrin Choudhury. Choudhury, who is based in California, has garnered a nomination for her short film ‘Red, White and Blue’ in the Best Live Action Short Film category at the 2024 Oscars.
The film, which has captured the attention of the Academy, was inspired by a pivotal moment in American legal history. Choudhury explained that she wrote the story in the wake of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v Wade, a landmark ruling that had protected reproductive rights in the United States for nearly five decades. The narrative centres on a young mother’s struggle for survival amidst a rapidly shifting societal landscape.
Manleys Solicitors has been expanding its reach within the American legal market, further demonstrated by Mark Manley’s recent authorisation to appear in a New York court. This expansion is part of a broader strategy to engage with complex legal landscapes both in the UK and internationally, as evidenced by Manley’s upcoming cases in the High Court of Justice in London and a mediation session in New York involving a former World Champion boxer.
The legal team at Manleys expressed their enthusiasm and honour in representing Choudhury, referring to ‘Red, White and Blue’ as a masterpiece. A spokesperson for the firm remarked, “We are really proud to be working with the incredibly talented Nazrin Choudhury. It’s hard to believe that a short film of this length could so quickly grip its viewers and provoke such emotion and feeling.”
With the Oscars set for March 11th, there is a palpable sense of anticipation at Manleys Solicitors regarding the potential success of Choudhury’s film. The firm remains optimistic, reflecting the broader impact of legal narratives explored within the cinematic piece.
Manleys Solicitors’ advocacy for Nazrin Choudhury underscores its growing prominence in the international legal arena.
