Projects in genres: Comedy

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A casual jog in the Yorkshire countryside suddenly becomes a wild sprint for his life when, attempting to evade her ravenous guard dog, Jack desperately takes a bicycle from a cantankerous old crone.

Set in the medieval city of York, England, The Bike Thief unfolds in a series of farcical conflicts that spiral out of control as a result of Jack's original theft. Featuring a riveting international cast and stunning photography, this hilarious thriller is guaranteed to set everyone's wheels spinning.
 

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Two women. One man. Random moments and a chance meeting that will change his life forever. Directed by Seeta Indrani (The Bill, Asian Woman of Achievement, Arts and Culture Award). Starring, Nina Wadia (Goodness Gracious Me, All About Me), and Comedy Store Players Steve Steen and Andy Smart. Music by Gene Loves Jezebel and Osibisa.

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A wry animated documentary about how Holocaust tourism distorts history. A whistlestop tour from Auschwitz hot-dogs to Krakow's kitsch Judaica.
 

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The Idea is a comical satire of modern society and our inability to listen. It is also a study of contemporary society's insensitivity towards the expression of new ideas and not being willing to give them the appropriate space to grow and form. Rather than asking the right questions, crowding them out with trivial concerns and noisy vacuous statements.

Although, in this instance, we drew from archetypal figures of a particular group of people, the message is universal and equally applies to all groups and denominations.

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So that's where everything disappears to.

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The tale of a middle aged stand-up comedians search for fame and fortune, whilst battling, debt, depression and a growing dependancy on alcohol.

The film charts his on and off stage highs and lows, until he finally finds, fame, fortune and love.

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A satire on Hollywood - as told by a Brit.

Young and hopeless writer Nick sends his screenplays to many of the biggest stars in Hollywood. Some reject him politely, others don't even have the decency to reply so they end up on his blacklist, one of them is Andrew McCarthy who shares his name with someone Nick had issues with at school.

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The Penalty King is a surreal black comedy which tells the tale of the world's most unfortunate man, Lee Vaughn. Not only is he blind, he's depressed. And to make things worse, he's a Leeds United fan. Poor guy.

Lee gets through his day working in the bowels of the social services by dreaming of 'a damn good kick about', a dream that is kicked repeatedly out of his mind by his domineering boss. But when life is this monotonous, something has to give.

That's where Lee's colleague Charlie Howard comes in. Another poor, misguided fool; but he's American, so you have to forgive his relentless optimism. Determined to get Lee back in the game and undermine Sandra at the same time, Charlie hatches a plan to get Lee playing for the local pub football team. Lee might be blind and thoroughly hated by his teammates, but he's determined to become The Penalty King.

And thus commences a tale of talking toys, phoney government grants, a psychotic disabled stalker, attempted dog murder, an offensive postman, a Shakespearean captain, biblical dreams, a love triangle or two, vomit, punk rock, swearing and football.

Featuring an outstanding soundtrack and memorable dialogue, The Penalty King is destined to become the ultimate football cult-classic.
 

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Filmed on location in London and New York, The Plans of Man is a modern re-imagining of the biblical Adam and Eve story, with a touch of Greencard.

When Adam's perfectly planned life falls apart after fiancé Lilith leaves him, he must decide whether to stick to the old plan and follow Lilith to New York, or make a new plan. The choice seems easy, and Adam prepares himself to leave London. However, he fails to secure a US work permit, despite sleeping with his boss for a US job transfer.

Vivacious American Evie turns up on Adam's doorstep in an immigration jam of her own. Adam needs a greencard, Evie needs a visa - the plan seems clear. Evie hides her feelings for Adam as they get married, but Adam's revised plan soon hits yet another bump in the road when he falls for his new wife.

Is Adam brave enough to abandon his plan and take a bite of the apple - or is it a foolish mistake he'll regret forever?

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Since 1995 The Really Terrible Orchestra has provided refuge for the cream of Edinburgh's musically disadvantaged. Who are these people? Why do they play? And why oh why do people listen?

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An over-worked, under-appreciated employee decides to make his boss and co-workers notice him: by his absence.
 

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A restless writer finds a vinyl solution.