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Blur's Alex James Gets Hit By A Bus In Short Film

Watch his directorial debut 'A Slice Of Life' right here...

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Friday, May 10, 2013 - 11:10

Blur bassist Alex James has made his directional debut, unveiling short film A Slice Of Life.

The clip, which was also scripted, scored and features James himself, celebrates the launch of Virgin Media Shorts 2013 - the UK's biggest short film competition, held in association with Nikon.

Alex shot the 2 minute and 20 second film last month in Los Angeles and was given just a camera and the theme 'Life Is Short' to create the clip.

The video - which sees the star get hit by a bus - has also written an exclusive track titled Superordinator for the film’s soundtrack.

Speaking of the film, James said; "I've always been interested in film but had never got around to trying it for myself. Like everything else, it starts with an idea and as music is so much a part of my life, it quickly became the focus of the short.

"I was in LA listening to the track on my headphones. The more I listened to it, the more it chimed with the sunshine and atmosphere of the city."

He added: "So I decided to make a film about being carefree and happy, with a punchline that brings it all back to earth - the concept being life is short, but music endures. I really enjoyed the whole film-making process, it was very accessible and a lot of fun."

Entry for Virgin Media Shorts 2013 is now open. For more information visit www.virginmediashorts.co.uk.

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