Project Detail

Heathen

Name: Heathen
Director: Ross Shepherd
Genre: Action, Drama
Released: 2009
Duration: 90 mins

Synopsis

It has been a year since William's brother David went missing. The worst year of his life, one that has left him a broken man. The day Chloe moves into his bleak apartment block, it seems there is a chance for some happiness in his life, she makes him feel different, alive. When William suddenly starts receiving mysterious messages relating to his missing brother, his fragile world is turned upside down. William must try and follow these strange clues regarding his brother to find out who is responsible for his disappearance. With Chloe at his side he embarks on a dangerous journey to discover the truth.

Details

Year: 2009
Type of project: Features
Running time: 90 mins
Format: Digital
Director: Ross Shepherd 1st Feature
Producer: Jamie Tighe
Co-Producer: Jamie Tighe
Editor: Ross Shepherd
Screenwriter: Ross Shepherd, Tom Rudd
Director of Photography: Ross Shepherd
Sound: Jamie Tighe
Composer: Wilx
Principal cast: Tom Rudd, Amber Coombs, Thomas J Grube, John Hoye, Steve Lorrigan

Genre

Action Drama

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

citizenross@rossshepherd.co.uk

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www.heathenfilm.com

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