“A young Englishman is led to a traditional Irish wake by his new girlfriend. Given a cold reception by her family, he finds himself involved in a custom that is not so traditional…”

Short psychological Irish horror film. The film will be dark and suspenseful. Running time will be 10-15 mins and will be entered into Irish & International film festivals.

Shooting dates 7th – 11th Nov 2016 at a location in Ireland.

All roles will be paid however the amount will depend on funding received. Expenses will be covered and accommodation & catering will of course be provided.

Our previous short film “The Pigman” screened in festivals worldwide and picked up Best Short at Dingle Film Festival and Best Sound at Limerick Film Festival as well as being nominated for Best Camera and Best Drama.


Peter, English, 26.

Doting boyfriend brought to a traditional Irish wake by his new girlfriend. He finds himself greeted by a cold reception. Not the smartest, Peter is a bit naive. He will do anything to please his new girlfriend Claire. The audience will understand Peters discomfort being in this new environment.


Claire, Irish, 24.

Her uncle has just died and she gives Peter the cold shoulder. Secretly she has led Peter to this moment and finds herself with an inner conflict. She is cunning and can be deceptive. The audience are unsure of Claire.