FILMS
Goodnight, Darling
Feature Film
The true story of Mavis Eccleston, who in 2019 was put on trial for murder after assisting her terminally ill husband, Dennis, with his suicide. A heartbreaking story of a couple deeply in love for 60 years, and a family who never imagined their lives would be torn apart in the way it was. GOODNIGHT, DARLING is the story of Mavis and Dennis - their uncompromising love and the persecution she faced for trying to ease the suffering of the person she loved most in the world.
GOODNIGHT, DARLING is being co-produced by Corestar. Screenplay financed by Sky Cinema and written by Deborah Moggagh OBE (Pride and Prejudice, The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, Tulip Fever).
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Here I Am
Feature Film
Wild Nest recently acquired the rights to Alan Huffman’s book HERE I AM, about the life of acclaimed war photographer Tim Hetherington, who died in Libya in 2011. A young, charismatic but self destructive photographer journeys to the world's most brutal war-zones to try and capture the humanity behind the violence taking place. But as his work starts to take its toll, will the friendships he forms at war be able to save him from himself?
Greg Barker (SERGIO for Netflix. GHOSTS OF BERUIT for Showtime) is attached to direct. Joelle Touma (The Attack, The Insult - Academy Award Nominee for Best Foreign Language film) is attached to write the screenplay. Former conflict documentary film maker, producer, and Hetherington’s best friend, James Brabazon (Channel 4’s Dispatches, Which Way Is the Frontline From Here?) is a consultant on the project.
Ask No Questions
Feature Film
Based on the true story of the Loughinisland massacre in Northern Ireland in 1994 in which 6 innocent people were killed by UVF terrorists, and the 12 year investigation afterwards by journalists Trevor Birney and Barry McCaffery. Their investigation led to uncovering deep state collusion between the British Government and the terrorists, leading to the arrests of the two journalists themselves.
ASK NO QUESTIONS is a co-production with Trevor Birney from Fine Point Films (Sundance audience award ‘24 winner “Kneecap”, recently acquired by Sony Pictures Classics).
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The Whale Tattoo
Feature Film
Based on the award winning debut novel by Jon Ransom. When a giant sperm whale washes up on a Norfolk beach it tells Joe Gunner – a confused, queer, working-class lad – that death will follow him wherever he goes. Joe knows that the place he needs to go is back home. Having stormed out two years ago, it won’t be easy, nor will returning to the river beside the house where words ripple beneath the surface washing up all sorts of memories. Joe turns to his sister, Birdee, the only person who has ever listened. But she can’t help him. Then there’s Tim Fysh, local fisherman and long-time lover. But reviving their bond is bound to cause trouble. As the water settles and Joe learns the truth about the river, he finds that we all have the capability to hate, and that we can all make the choice not to…
THE WHALE TATTOO has recently been optioned by Wild Nest Pictures. Screenplay has been written by Jon Ransom. Tom Brittney (Grantchester) is attached to direct as his debut feature.
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Christine Kringle
Feature Film
In the heart of a world where the mantle of Santa is shared globally, Kriss Kringle's innovative daughter, Christine, stands at the brink of a festive revolution. Alongside her eclectic band of Yule Dynasty heirs and magical allies, including a Ferrari-loving Italian Santa’s offspring and a Japanese Santa’s genius son, Christine embarks on a daring mission to reignite the joy of Christmas in the English town of Plinkbury. Facing a bah-humbug ban on all things merry, our heroes unleash a whirlwind of holiday cheer, armed with Egan's infectious Christmas Spirit chocolates and Little K's enchanting Living Lights. As they battle the Scrooge-like council with gusto and glee, Christine proves that the spirit of Christmas knows no bounds and that tradition can evolve with time. This festive adventure not only aims to save Christmas but to champion the power of unity, innovation, and the indomitable Kringle spirit, making for a Christmas tale that warms the heart and sparks the imagination.
CHRISTINE KRINGLE is based on the book of the same name by Lynn Brittney. Screenplay has been written by CSA award winning screenwriter Babara Nance (Lizzie Borden Chronicles, I Was Lorena Bobbit).