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The Weird World of M.R. James
60 minute TV pilot. Drama.
Meet M.R. James: scholar, author, and the hardest working paranormal investigator in Victorian Britain.
Montague Rhodes James: Born 1861. Father of the modern ghost story. But where did he draw his inspiration? From the supernatural phenomena that plagued his life: from murderous marionettes to bloodsucking politicians; from a platoon of undead Tommies to a rescue mission into Purgatory – James tackled them all (with a little help from his eccentric mentor, Prof Middleton, and ballsy con-woman, Denver Colorado).
All the while, his exploits are manipulated by a Machiavellian cabal, The Overseers, whose motives are as yet unclear.
Made the second round of the 2012 Red Planet Prize. Made the semi-finals of the Screenwriting Goldmine competition. Winner of Circalit’s Nick Santora screenwriting competition. Longlisted for Little Brother Productions Big Opportunity II award.
“The intriguing premise, vividly drawn world and imaginative, entertaining story make this stand out.” – BBC Writersroom
“…a sign of veteran storytelling ability. I am not sure if Mr. Storrier is a veteran television writer in England, but his script belies a great knowledge of the medium.” – Nick Santora (Prison Break, The Sopranos, Law & Order)
The Sleeper
96 minute feature. Comedy.
When a 70 year old KGB sleeper agent loses the will to kill, he decides to become his target’s guardian against assassination instead.
Ronnie MacPherson is a crack KGB sleeper agent living undercover in Glasgow since 1972. When he is finally activated he discovers he has lost the will to kill and decides to protect his target and her young daughter from from the clutches of both his elderly Russian handler and a slick young assassin.
Shortlisted for EIFF’s Network development programme. Finalist in Karel Seger’s First Draft script contest. Made the quarter finals of the Screenwriting Goldmine competition. Shortlisted for the lo-fi film development programme.
“Part spoof of an old-school Russian spy movie, part road trip and part family drama, it brings together different genres in a fresh and interesting way.” – BBC Writersroom.
William McGonagall: The Life and Rhymes
102 minute feature. Comedy drama.
In 1877, Dundee weaver William McGonagall discovered his discordant muse. He spent the next 25 years as the worst poet to ever disgrace the English language.
This is his story…sort of.
“…an engaging introduction to this unlikely hero and the script succeeds in its intention to reveal the human figure behind his unlikely verses.” – BBC Writersroom.
“…admirably written” – The Salt Company.
“A sweet, gentle comedy with modest aspirations which boasts some wonderfully eccentric characters and great dialogue…” - Industrial Scripts
Oliver’s Army
30 minute TV pilot. Sitcom.
As P.R. consultant to the stars, Oliver Chisholm has it all – executive salary, designer lifestyle, and now a drink driving conviction that earns him Community Service with a dysfunctional Salvation Army corps.
Oliver’s Army is a six episode sitcom about a superficial egotist forced from his life of excess into an unfamiliar world of charity where he must assist an inept Salvation Army corps in their altruistic endeavours.
Office Romance 2.0
Office Romance 2.0
10 minute short film. Comedy. Trailer.
A secretary embarks on a very modern office romance with an unexpected co-worker.
But is it love or is her admirer just after one thing?
Produced by Third Light Films. Currently doing the 2012 festival circuit:- Runner-up in the comedy category at the Dam Short Film Festival, official selection for the L.A. Comedy Shorts Film Festival, Los Angeles United Fillm Festival, Newport Beach Film Festival, Bootleg Film Festival, New York United Film Festival, Manlleu Film Festival, London United Film Festival, Short Shorts & Asia Film Festival, Edinburgh Short Film Festival, East End Film Festival.
In the Bleak Midsummer
In The Bleak Midsummer
6 minute short film. Comedy.
Meet David Royal, the man who loves Christmas so much he celebrates it every day of the year. If there’s anyone who knows what Christmas is all about, it’s David. The gifts, the turkey dinner, the Quality Street.
It’s just a shame that tolerance, goodwill to others, and enjoying the company of his family appear to be lost on him.
Produced by Curve Films.
Recoil
Recoil
4 minute short film. Drama.
A father noses around his young son’s bedroom. He finds a gun under the bed. It’s a toy water pistol.
A young boy noses around his parent’s bedroom. He finds a gun under the bed. It’s real…and loaded.
Produced by Pav Films.
Our Life in Stuff
3 minute short film. Comedy.
A young couple meet, fall in love, marry, have children, grow old, grow apart, split up, then move on with their lives.
This is their story – told without actors or dialogue, just using mementoes, keepsakes, and detritus from their life together.
Currently under option to A Tad Too Far productions.
Love is a Four Letter Word (Worth Seven Points)
3 minute short film. Comedy.
A couple’s quiet Saturday night in with a bottle of wine descends into a post-mortem on their relationship, a break-up, a slanging match, and hints of infidelity…with both characters not actually saying anything.