Umbra of Deceit

A corrupt government, a skilled operative & a deadly alliance.

Type:

Short

Status:

Available for Free

Page Count:

4pp

Genre:

Thriller

Budget:

Shoestring

Age Rating:

17+

Copyright Details:

Synopsis/Details

In halls of power, a government minister has fallen from grace. A government agent recruits a man with a dubious past to restore control. As the plot unfolds, Beckett must confront the consequences of his choices while Richard seeks to protect his interests.

Attached Talent

Aiden O Sullivan & Fergus Keane
Directed by Dave Lojek

All Accolades & Coverage

Best Script - Fonfria Narco Film Festival (Spain) 2023

Story & Logistics

Cast Size:

Couple

Locations:

Single

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Subgenre:

Film Noir

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Submitted: 2023-Jul-26

Last Updated: 2023-Oct-23

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The Writer: Anthony Straeger

With over forty years in the film and entertainment industries, I'm a seasoned scriptwriter, actor, filmmaker, and festival director based in Berlin. My work spans stage and screen, combining a storytelling instincts with deep industry knowledge. I was the founder and former director of the Haunted House FearFest and Berlin Sci-fi Film Festival , experiences that gave me unique insight into the relationship between filmmakers and festivals. I also the author of the respected nonfiction guide “An Independent Filmmaker’s Guide to Preparing and Submitting to Film Festivals,” a practical resource widely used by emerging and independent filmmakers navigating the global circuit. Whether penning… Go to bio

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