Project Detail

Heathen

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

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Production Status

Production Company

citizenross@rossshepherd.co.uk

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