Dewsbury director nominated for a BAFTA for BBC Three comedy Rocket Fuel
A director from Dewsbury has been nominated for a BAFTA for his work on a BBC comedy.
Jordon Scott Kennedy, who grew up on the Dewsbury Moor estate dreaming of a career in film, is in the running for a prize at next month’s BAFTA Television Awards for his work on the BBC Three comedy short Rocket Fuel.
He is joined by Bradford-based producer Casey Shaw, with the project showcasing talent from Bradford and beyond, made possible through the support of Fully Focused Productions and Slick Films.
Work on the project, which was cast and filmed entirely in West Yorkshire, took place a year ago, drawing on local talent both in front of and behind the camera.
Leading the film are breakout performers Logan Ludbrook and Elif Riley, who star as “Mullet” and “Lenny”. They were discovered through an open street-casting process led by Claire Bleasdale Casting.
They are joined by Bradford-born actors Shaun Thomas and Danny Cunningham.
Since its premiere, Rocket Fuel has gained significant international recognition.
The film screened at the iconic Chinese Theatre in Los Angeles, won an award at the Leeds International Film Festival and was nominated at the prestigious This Is England Festival in Rouen, France.
Following its BBC premiere in May 2025, it has also achieved more than 30 million views online.
Both Jordon and Casey, whose work continues to champion diverse storytelling and regional voices, will travel to London to attend the awards ceremony on May 10 and proudly represent the community and region on one of the industry’s most prestigious stages.