Jenna-Louise Hawkins, a March resident, has written a film that captures global attention as it gears to make its World Premiere at the esteemed Rhode Island International Film Festival.

Following this, it will be screened at the prestigious Chinese Theatre during the Oscar-qualifying HollyShorts Film Festival.

Named, 'What We Wished We Could Be,' the film sheds light on the Contaminated Blood Scandal, a gripping reflection of a healthcare disaster that has recently gained media attention due to the publication of the infected Blood Inquiry Report in May 2024.

This narrative holds a personal significance for Ms Hawkins, as her husband is among those affected by this scandal.

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The impactful film presents a sombre yet captivating journey of a couple whose lives are entangled in the crisis, as they juggle their normal life aspirations against the harsh reality of a health crisis, forcing them to make some heartrending decisions.

Produced under the eminent Slick Films, an Oscar-winning brand, the film features exemplary performances from West-End Musical Theatre actors Jamie Muscato and Anoushka Lucas.

Mark Ward, a prominent figure in raising awareness on the contaminated blood crisis, endorses the film as an ambassador for the Haemophilia Society.

The film intends to reach out to the haemophilia and infected blood communities, and is set to be projected at various events run by UK haemophilia societies.

Ms Hawkins, distinguished author and screenwriter, teaches screenwriting at a post-graduate level at Raindance Film School in London.

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She, along with her husband have been March residents for nine years, living on Elwyn Road.

For more information on the film, visit Slick Film's press release page.

Ms Hawkins can also be contacted for any further queries.

This film reflects not only a personal story but a plea to bring greater awareness on government and medical failure that have long-lasting and devastating effects on people's lives.