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Wasteman

Wasteman

Synopsis

Parolee Taylor's hopes of a fresh start are jeopardised by the arrival of dominant cellmate Dee. As Taylor finds solace and protection in Dee’s shadow, their bond is tested when Dee becomes the target of a vicious attack, leading to an ultimatum that threatens Taylor’s chance at parole and his survival.
Official Selection Toronto International Film Festival 2025 - World premiere

Details

Year
2025
Type of film
Features
Running time
90 min
Director
Calum MacDiarmid 1st Feature
Producer
Sophia Gibber, Myles Payne
Editor
James Demetriou
Screenwriter
Hunter Andrews, Eoin Doran
Director of Photography
Lorenzo Levrini
Composer
Matthew Barnes
Principal cast
David Jonsson, Tom Blyth, Alex Hassell, Corin Silva, Paul Hilton

Genre

Action

Categories

Fiction

Production Status

Complete

Production Company

Agile Films

68-72 Redchurch Street
London
E2 7DP

Sales Company

Bankside Films

Ashley House, 5th Floor
12 Great Portland Street
London
W1W 8QN, UK

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