Screenplays

Meet the stories

What you see below is a selection of screenplays, some adaptations of my books and other simply independent projects. They all represent another form of my creative medium and have garnered some support over the years.

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TV Pilot

The Raven TV Pilot

Prepare to be immersed in a world where the line between the living and the dead blurs, and an unlikely hero emerges in "The Raven." In the depths of Nuthall Psychiatric Hospital, John Smith, an anonymous and forgotten soul, is about to embark on a journey beyond imagination.

Death himself has chosen John as humanity's protector against the malevolent forces that lurk in the shadows. But when John's path crosses with Kimberley Mansfield, a brilliant PhD student, she dismisses his extraordinary story as the delusions of a fractured mind. Little does she know she is about to be drawn into a realm of devils, demons, and monsters that haunt the living.

Short Screenplay

Dramatis Personae

"Dramatis Personae" is a poignant and introspective short film that delves deep into the heart of neurodiversity, specifically through the lens of high-functioning autism. Set against the bustling backdrop of London, the film follows Ethan, a businessman who has mastered the art of concealing his autism with a series of metaphorical "masks." Each day, Ethan selects which persona to adopt, a ritual that helps him to blend into the corporate world but also alienates him from his true self. These masks are not just disguises but survival mechanisms, allowing Ethan to navigate the complexities of social interactions and professional expectations.

Feature

Timothy Scott: Shadow Island

Twelve-year-old Timothy, an autistic boy who hears voices, discovers a hidden world where he must become the hero he doesn't believe he is to save his newfound friends. Haunted by recurring nightmares and ostracized by his peers and older brother, Timothy finds solace in a bodiless voice named Aleobe, whom he knows is more than an invisible friend. When Timothy is pulled through an antique mirror into the magical realm of Mielikuvitus, he encounters a place of enchantment and danger, filled with fantastical creatures. Under the guidance of the Elder Sky, Timothy learns of the Dark Entity threatening Mielikuvitus and is believed to be the descendant of the fabled Partum Spiritus, protectors of the land. As Timothy faces his fears and trains to battle the Dark Entity, he is thrust into a journey of self-discovery and courage. In a climactic showdown, Timothy and his father confront the Dark Entity, ultimately retreating but leaving Timothy severed from the world behind the mirror. Hope remains as his father reveals a connection to Mielikuvitus, hinting at a possible return.

Short

Friend

"Friend" began as a family short-film project, sparked by an abandoned building and an eerie painting. Constructing a narrative around the painting, it evolved into an eerie short horror exploring the origins of a haunting image—a girl in a pink dress. The story unfolds through a young boy's exploration of the old building, leading to the discovery of the ghost of the girl. Haunted by her tragic tale, the essence of "Friend" lies in the poignant narrative of a lost soul in need of a companion.

TV Pilot

Dreamcatcher

The cure for addiction is here. Having discovered a way of interfacing human consciousness, Alastair Simmons and his daughter are forced to offer illegal Channelings to cure the poorer members of society. While the Rebirth Company offer Channeling for profit, Alastair’s drive is far more human. Working in secret, Rebirth are determined to shut down the illegal competition and will stop at nothing to silence the truth about Channeling’s origins. Despite being a founder of the concept, Alastair is a nobody, forgotten from society and exiled with his daughter to a life in the shadows.

Feature

The Boat

Ex-Special Forces soldier Robin Sawyer has had enough. Tiring of life as a private contractor, Robin takes one last gig to take her home. Boarding the Rising Tide container vessel, hopes of a peacful transition are torn apart when pirates capture the ship. As the ship's only hope, the attack is a cover for a much darker plot as a terrorist cell work to locate and release a secret cargo of nerve agent somewhere on-board. She is their last hope.

Short

Chicken

"Chicken" is an LGBT short drama screenplay that delves into the life of a haunted young man attending his ten-year school reunion. Bumping into an old flame, they share an evening of uncomfortable truths, revealing the real reason he couldn't embrace his sexuality and the dark secret that has haunted him. This endearing exploration unfolds the layers of confusion, the struggle of hiding, and the journey to overcome the trauma of our pasts. Experience a poignant narrative that addresses identity, acceptance, and the courage to face one's demons.