Project Detail

Code Brown

Name: Code Brown
Director: Larry Cowan
Genre: Climate / Environment, Comedy, Crime, Drama, Northern Irish
Released: 2027
Duration: 90 min

Synopsis

Fresh out of university and brimming with optimism, Lucy and Sean begin their civil service placements at Belfast City Council, only to find themselves thrust into chaos when a bizarre gastrointestinal epidemic - dubbed "Code Brown" - strikes the city. As nappies become black-market currency and the council descends into disarray, the duo stumbles upon a conspiracy involving illegal sewage dumping and a corrupt councillor lining his pockets. What began as mundane office work spirals into a frantic investigation filled with stool samples, shady contracts, and a very suspicious boat.
With Belfast quite literally in the shit, it’s not the bureaucrats who save the day, but its citizens. From disinfectant-wielding grannies to paramedics in DIY hazmat suits, the community rallies with resilience and absurdity.
In a climactic council showdown - punctuated by an explosive display from local wildlife... - Lucy and Sean expose the scandal, becoming unlikely heroes. The film ends with a messy but heartwarming celebration of civic pride, teamwork, and a city that proves it can weather any storm…even a tidal wave of diarrhea.

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Details

Year: 2027
Type of project: Features
Running time: 90 min
Format: 6K
Director: Larry Cowan 1st Feature
Producer: Thomas Pollock
Editor: Caitlin Joyce
Screenwriter: Larry Cowan and Conor McGuinness
Director of Photography: CJ Snodden

Genre

Climate / Environment Comedy Crime Drama Northern Irish

Production Status

Pre-production

Production Company

Lamb Films

Larry Cowan
551-555 Lisburn Rd
Belfast
BT9 7GQ

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