Cuffed
Synopsis
The film opens with Lucas and Wayne dressed in black, loading suspicious packages into a van and speeding through the dark streets. The audience is immediately drawn into the intrigue, left wondering about the men's identities and their urgent mission. As they race through Central Manchester, they encounter a police roadblock, turning their journey into a tense standoff. With high stakes on the line, they manage to
negotiate their way out of trouble, but the pressure only mounts as they continue towards their undisclosed destination.
Amidst the adrenaline-fueled journey, the film delves into themes of brotherhood, loyalty, and the weight of responsibility. Lucas grapples with doubts and apprehensions, while Wayne offers unwavering support, their bond strengthening with each passing moment.
As they reach their destination, the true purpose of their mission is revealed when an unexpected twist sheds light on the significance of their delivery and the deeper layers of the narrative.
Details
- Year
- 2026
- Type of project
- Shorts
- Director
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Kuba Glodi
- Producer
- Joe Vickers
- Co-Producer
- Amelia Ellis
- Executive Producer
- Sarah Drummond
- Editor
- Aarif Laljee
- Director of Photography
- Fabio Mota
- Sound
- Craig Rihoy, Jake McKenzie-Hayes
- Composer
- George Ovens
- Principal cast
- Morgan Bailey, Ama Emerald Bains, Andreas Bianga, Raheem Daniels, Kuba Glodi, Tee Hussain, Aqib Khan, David Kuba Kuba, Sam Mia, Nick Pearse, Jason Lamar Ricketts, Tom Robinson, Brandon Zibaka
Genre
Categories
Production Status
Production Company
Supported by BFI NETWORK
LS Films
Lily Owen2 Dalhousie Bank
EH22 3DU
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