A new robbery thriller is shipping to the United Kingdom. Mark McQueen's London Heist involves a career criminal, in search of his father's killer. A troupe of corrupt police and gangland criminals stand in his way. London Heist stars Craig Fairbrass (Breakdown) as Jack Cregan, along with: Mem Ferda (Pusher), James Cosmo ("Game of Thrones"), Steven Berkoff, Tony Denham and many others. A preview of the film's United Kingdom launch is hosted here. The trailer for the feature shows Jack and other criminals, after a robbery. But, there is still one more big score to be had. And, the money draws Jack back into the robbery game. But this time, Jack is motivated by more than money. This time, he is out for revenge! This Lionsgate release has been described as uber-violent. Producer Luke Fairbrass says of the frenetic action: "it’s a very powerful, hard hitting revenge thriller...
- 7/10/2017
- by noreply@blogger.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
Grindstone takes Us and Latin America rights.
Lionsgate UK has added revenge thriller London Heist to its home entertainment slate.
The deal was done between Lionsgate and producers Impact Entertainment. U.S and Latin America rights were acquired by Grindstone.
Craig Fairbrass stars as a career criminal on a mission for revenge after he learns of his father’s brutal murder. The cast also includes James Cosmo (Game Of Thrones), Steven Berkoff (A Clockwork Orange), Nick Moran (Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels) and Mem Ferda (The Devil’s Double) .
Mark McQueen directed London Heist from a screenplay by Craig Fairbrass and Chris Regan. It was produced by Luke Fairbrass of Impact Entertainment and executive produced by Red Rock Entertainment.
Luke Fairbrass commented: “Impact Entertainment is thrilled to partner with Lionsgate UK. I always felt London Heist deserved a quality distributor and Lionsgate UK is the perfect partner to release our hard hitting thriller to audiences across...
Lionsgate UK has added revenge thriller London Heist to its home entertainment slate.
The deal was done between Lionsgate and producers Impact Entertainment. U.S and Latin America rights were acquired by Grindstone.
Craig Fairbrass stars as a career criminal on a mission for revenge after he learns of his father’s brutal murder. The cast also includes James Cosmo (Game Of Thrones), Steven Berkoff (A Clockwork Orange), Nick Moran (Lock, Stock And Two Smoking Barrels) and Mem Ferda (The Devil’s Double) .
Mark McQueen directed London Heist from a screenplay by Craig Fairbrass and Chris Regan. It was produced by Luke Fairbrass of Impact Entertainment and executive produced by Red Rock Entertainment.
Luke Fairbrass commented: “Impact Entertainment is thrilled to partner with Lionsgate UK. I always felt London Heist deserved a quality distributor and Lionsgate UK is the perfect partner to release our hard hitting thriller to audiences across...
- 6/5/2017
- by tom.grater@screendaily.com (Tom Grater)
- ScreenDaily
Distributor to handle theatrical and home ent in the UK.
Distributor Soda Pictures has acquired British thriller Breakdown for theatrical and home entertainment distribution in the UK.
The action thriller stars Craig Fairbrass (Rise of the Footsoldier as a professional contract killer who is forced to defend his family from his ruthless employers who turn against him.
It marks the debut feature from British writer-director Jonnie Malachi, who developed the film with production companies Screen 360, Impact Entertainment and Red Rock Entertainment.
The cast also includes Emmett J Scanlan (Guardians of the Galaxy) James Cosmo (Game of Thrones,), Mem Ferder (Pusher), Olivia Grant (Stardust), Tamer Hassan (The Business), Bruce Payne (Passenger 57) and Amanda Wass (The Seasoning House).
Producer is Luke Fairbrass of Impact Entertainment with executive producers Gary Collins, Jack Fairbrass and Craig Fairbrass.
The deal was negotiated between Luke Fairbrass and Soda Pictures’ acquisitions manager Frances Harvey.
Breakdown will receive its UK premiere on Jan...
Distributor Soda Pictures has acquired British thriller Breakdown for theatrical and home entertainment distribution in the UK.
The action thriller stars Craig Fairbrass (Rise of the Footsoldier as a professional contract killer who is forced to defend his family from his ruthless employers who turn against him.
It marks the debut feature from British writer-director Jonnie Malachi, who developed the film with production companies Screen 360, Impact Entertainment and Red Rock Entertainment.
The cast also includes Emmett J Scanlan (Guardians of the Galaxy) James Cosmo (Game of Thrones,), Mem Ferder (Pusher), Olivia Grant (Stardust), Tamer Hassan (The Business), Bruce Payne (Passenger 57) and Amanda Wass (The Seasoning House).
Producer is Luke Fairbrass of Impact Entertainment with executive producers Gary Collins, Jack Fairbrass and Craig Fairbrass.
The deal was negotiated between Luke Fairbrass and Soda Pictures’ acquisitions manager Frances Harvey.
Breakdown will receive its UK premiere on Jan...
- 12/18/2015
- by michael.rosser@screendaily.com (Michael Rosser)
- ScreenDaily
Exclusive: Craig Fairbrass to star in action-thriller Cartel.
UK finance outfit Red Rock Entertainment and actor-producer Craig Fairbrass’s (Get Lucky) Impact Entertainment are to collaborate for the third time on action-thriller Cartel, which is in development.
Outside Bet and Bonded By Blood director Sacha Bennett is due to direct the Puerto Rico-based story about a military policeman (Fairbrass) who clashes with a local cartel while investigating the murder of a priest.
The deal was negotiated by Red Rock Entertainment’s Gary Collins and Impact Entertainment’s Luke Fairbrass.
Collins said: “We are delighted to be partnering again with Impact Entertainment; working with them has been seamless and are very excited about Cartel’s International appeal.”
Red Rock and Impact previously worked on Jonnie Malachi’s psychological-thriller Breakdown, which is due to be released in the UK later this year, and Mark McQueen’s Spain and London-set heist-thriller Gunned Down, which is repped...
UK finance outfit Red Rock Entertainment and actor-producer Craig Fairbrass’s (Get Lucky) Impact Entertainment are to collaborate for the third time on action-thriller Cartel, which is in development.
Outside Bet and Bonded By Blood director Sacha Bennett is due to direct the Puerto Rico-based story about a military policeman (Fairbrass) who clashes with a local cartel while investigating the murder of a priest.
The deal was negotiated by Red Rock Entertainment’s Gary Collins and Impact Entertainment’s Luke Fairbrass.
Collins said: “We are delighted to be partnering again with Impact Entertainment; working with them has been seamless and are very excited about Cartel’s International appeal.”
Red Rock and Impact previously worked on Jonnie Malachi’s psychological-thriller Breakdown, which is due to be released in the UK later this year, and Mark McQueen’s Spain and London-set heist-thriller Gunned Down, which is repped...
- 8/21/2015
- by andreas.wiseman@screendaily.com (Andreas Wiseman)
- ScreenDaily
Hot projects new to Screenbase include Joel Novoa’s sequel ID2, Adam Stephen Kelly’s thriller Kill Kane, and action film from Mark McQueen Gunned Down.Joel Novoa’s ID2
Lee Ross, Tamzin Outhwaite, Paul Popplewell, Christine Tremarco, and Linus Roache return in Joel Novoa’s sequel feature.
The film, produced by Sally Hibbin for Parallax and Patrick Cassavetti, is funded by Screen Yorkshire’s Yorkshire Content Fund.
Vincent O’Connell returns as the writer for the hooligan drama, which is currently filming in Hull.
Adam Stephen Kelly’s Kill Kane
Filming begins in April on this crime thriller, marking Adam Stephen Kelly’s feature film directorial debut.
Vinnie Jones joined the cast of the film, alongside Sean Cronin, Nicole Faraday, and Sarah Alexandra Marks.
Andrew Jones and Emily Coupland serve as producers for North Bank Entertainment, with Robert Graham executive producing. Independent Moving Pictures and Hood & Co are financing the production.
4Digital Media acquired...
Lee Ross, Tamzin Outhwaite, Paul Popplewell, Christine Tremarco, and Linus Roache return in Joel Novoa’s sequel feature.
The film, produced by Sally Hibbin for Parallax and Patrick Cassavetti, is funded by Screen Yorkshire’s Yorkshire Content Fund.
Vincent O’Connell returns as the writer for the hooligan drama, which is currently filming in Hull.
Adam Stephen Kelly’s Kill Kane
Filming begins in April on this crime thriller, marking Adam Stephen Kelly’s feature film directorial debut.
Vinnie Jones joined the cast of the film, alongside Sean Cronin, Nicole Faraday, and Sarah Alexandra Marks.
Andrew Jones and Emily Coupland serve as producers for North Bank Entertainment, with Robert Graham executive producing. Independent Moving Pictures and Hood & Co are financing the production.
4Digital Media acquired...
- 3/20/2015
- by mam27@bu.edu (Monica Mendoza)
- ScreenDaily
Exclusive: Mark McQueen’s heist thriller is continuing its five-week shoot in London after wrapping on location filming in Marbella, Spain.
Gunned Down has started shooting in London after wrapping its location filming in Marbella, Spain.
Impact Entertainment’s action heist thriller is directed by Mark McQueen and stars Craig Fairbrass, James Cosmo, Steven Berkoff, Nick Moran and Mem Ferda.
Worldwide sales (excluding the UK) are being handled by Cinema Management Group, who will commence sales in Cannes with a promo reel for buyers.
Producer Luke Fairbrass commented: “It’s a very powerful and hard hitting revenge thriller with that perfect blend of gripping action, realistic violence and powerful drama delivering what international buyers and genre fans the world over are after.”
Co-written by Craig Fairbrass, Gunned Down centres on a career criminal who is battling to discover the truth behind his father’s murder and his stolen heist money, while being pursued...
Gunned Down has started shooting in London after wrapping its location filming in Marbella, Spain.
Impact Entertainment’s action heist thriller is directed by Mark McQueen and stars Craig Fairbrass, James Cosmo, Steven Berkoff, Nick Moran and Mem Ferda.
Worldwide sales (excluding the UK) are being handled by Cinema Management Group, who will commence sales in Cannes with a promo reel for buyers.
Producer Luke Fairbrass commented: “It’s a very powerful and hard hitting revenge thriller with that perfect blend of gripping action, realistic violence and powerful drama delivering what international buyers and genre fans the world over are after.”
Co-written by Craig Fairbrass, Gunned Down centres on a career criminal who is battling to discover the truth behind his father’s murder and his stolen heist money, while being pursued...
- 3/17/2015
- by ian.sandwell@screendaily.com (Ian Sandwell)
- ScreenDaily
British film stars Craig Fairbrass and Mem Ferda have signed on to come ace-to-face in the much anticipated, uber-violent action thriller Gunned Down, to be directed by Mark McQueen and produced by Luke Fairbrass (Breakdown). Gunned Down stars Craig Fairbrass (Rise of the Footsoldier) as a career criminal and armed robber Jack Cregan, who seeks to discover the truth behind his father’s murder and his stolen heist money. As Jack battles to unravel the mystery, he endangers his own life at every step. Set in Spain’s vibrant southern city of Marbella contrasted with London’s dark underworld, Gunned Down is a thriller with brains as well as bruises. Mem Ferda (Pusher, [ Read More ]
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- 3/13/2015
- by contributor
- ShockYa
British Action film stars Craig Fairbrass and Mem Ferda square up in uber-violent feature Gunned Down. British film stars Craig Fairbrass and Mem Ferda have signed on to come face-toface in the much anticipated, uber-violent action thriller Gunned Down, to be directed by Mark McQueen.
Gunned Down stars Craig Fairbrass (Rise of the Footsoldier) as a career criminal and armed robber Jack Cregan, who seeks to discover the truth behind his father’s murder and his stolen heist money. As Jack battles to unravel the mystery, he endangers his own life at every step.
Set in Spain’s vibrant southern city of Marbella contrasted with London’s dark underworld, Gunned Down is a thriller with brains as well as bruises. Mem Ferda (Pusher, Plastic) commented ‘ I’m elated to be back on screen with Craig, he’s a wonderful actor an real gentleman. Craig has written a powerful, no nonsense screenplay here.
Gunned Down stars Craig Fairbrass (Rise of the Footsoldier) as a career criminal and armed robber Jack Cregan, who seeks to discover the truth behind his father’s murder and his stolen heist money. As Jack battles to unravel the mystery, he endangers his own life at every step.
Set in Spain’s vibrant southern city of Marbella contrasted with London’s dark underworld, Gunned Down is a thriller with brains as well as bruises. Mem Ferda (Pusher, Plastic) commented ‘ I’m elated to be back on screen with Craig, he’s a wonderful actor an real gentleman. Craig has written a powerful, no nonsense screenplay here.
- 3/11/2015
- by admin
- MoreHorror
Principal photography has started on UK action-thriller Age Of Kill, from director Neil Jones and writer Simon Cluett.
Jones’ sophomore film stars Martin Kemp (The Krays) as a sniper forced to murder six random people in six hours to save his kidnapped daughter, played by Dani Dyer (Vendetta). He later realises the murders are part of a political coup and attempts to unmask the kidnappers.
The cast also features Phil Davis, April Pearson, Anouska Mond, Nick Moran, Tony Denham, Donna Air and Patrick Bergin.
“We have assembled a fantastic cast to do justice to Simon’s script: a fast-paced page-turner, which feels much more like an American picture than your standard British film,” said Jones.
The film is being produced by indie Richwater Films along with Anchor Bay UK. Jones will produce the film, alongside Luke Fairbrass and Richwater’s Jonathan Sothcott.
“Simon Cluett’s fast-paced, edgy script never lets up and Neil Jones’ vision for the...
Jones’ sophomore film stars Martin Kemp (The Krays) as a sniper forced to murder six random people in six hours to save his kidnapped daughter, played by Dani Dyer (Vendetta). He later realises the murders are part of a political coup and attempts to unmask the kidnappers.
The cast also features Phil Davis, April Pearson, Anouska Mond, Nick Moran, Tony Denham, Donna Air and Patrick Bergin.
“We have assembled a fantastic cast to do justice to Simon’s script: a fast-paced page-turner, which feels much more like an American picture than your standard British film,” said Jones.
The film is being produced by indie Richwater Films along with Anchor Bay UK. Jones will produce the film, alongside Luke Fairbrass and Richwater’s Jonathan Sothcott.
“Simon Cluett’s fast-paced, edgy script never lets up and Neil Jones’ vision for the...
- 7/1/2014
- ScreenDaily
Actor Mem Ferda has been tapped to cameo in the upcoming action thriller Breakdown. Check out the official details below.
British and Turkish actor Mem Ferda is set to co-star in the new action thriller Breakdown. The movie also centrally stars Craig Fairbrass (Rise of the Footsoldier). Fairbrass plays a professional contract killer. Alfie (Fairbrass) is traumatized by visions of his violent past as he tries to defend his family from murderous employers. Currently, Breakdown is being shot on location in and in the surrounding areas of London and Essex.
Breakdown is written and directed by up-and-coming filmmaker Jonnie Malachi. Also, the cast includes James Cosmo (“Game of Thrones”), Emmett Scanlan (The Fall), Mem Ferda (Pusher), Olivia Grant (Mr. Nice), and Tamer Hassan (The Business). Luke Fairbrass is producing this feature through production house Screen 360.
Actor Mem Ferda plays the role of Hakan Abaci. Hakan is a self made,...
British and Turkish actor Mem Ferda is set to co-star in the new action thriller Breakdown. The movie also centrally stars Craig Fairbrass (Rise of the Footsoldier). Fairbrass plays a professional contract killer. Alfie (Fairbrass) is traumatized by visions of his violent past as he tries to defend his family from murderous employers. Currently, Breakdown is being shot on location in and in the surrounding areas of London and Essex.
Breakdown is written and directed by up-and-coming filmmaker Jonnie Malachi. Also, the cast includes James Cosmo (“Game of Thrones”), Emmett Scanlan (The Fall), Mem Ferda (Pusher), Olivia Grant (Mr. Nice), and Tamer Hassan (The Business). Luke Fairbrass is producing this feature through production house Screen 360.
Actor Mem Ferda plays the role of Hakan Abaci. Hakan is a self made,...
- 3/20/2014
- by admin
- MoreHorror
Today's Indie Beat brings come casting news on the upcoming action flick Breakdown, which has already begun shooting and follows the struggles of a contract killer trying to protect his family. Come inside to learn more about the film and what role Ferda will play in it!
Here at Cinelinx we like to talk about all aspects of filmmaking and movie news. To that end, we have Indie Beat where we highlight some of the latest news, trailers, and PR releases from the indie filmmaker scene. So if you're an independent filmmaker and want some coverage on our site, be sure to drop us a line at jordan@cinelinx.com .
British and Turkish actor Mem Ferda is set to co-star in the new action thriller Breakdown. The movie also centrally stars Craig Fairbrass (Rise of the Footsoldier). Fairbrass plays a professional contract killer. Alfie (Fairbrass) is traumatized by visions of...
Here at Cinelinx we like to talk about all aspects of filmmaking and movie news. To that end, we have Indie Beat where we highlight some of the latest news, trailers, and PR releases from the indie filmmaker scene. So if you're an independent filmmaker and want some coverage on our site, be sure to drop us a line at jordan@cinelinx.com .
British and Turkish actor Mem Ferda is set to co-star in the new action thriller Breakdown. The movie also centrally stars Craig Fairbrass (Rise of the Footsoldier). Fairbrass plays a professional contract killer. Alfie (Fairbrass) is traumatized by visions of...
- 3/5/2014
- by feeds@cinelinx.com (Jordan Maison)
- Cinelinx
New British thriller 'Breakdown' marks the directorial debut of writer/director Jonnie Malachi. The movie is currently shooting on location in and around London and Essex and stars Craig Fairbrass ('Devil's Playground'), 'Game of Thrones' star James Cosmo, Emmett Scanlan ('The Fall'), Olivia Grant ('Mr. Nice'), Tamer Hassan ('The Business') and Brit/Turkish actor Mem Ferda ('Pusher') as Turkish gang boss Hakan Abaci. Luke Fairbrass is producing through his Screen 360 production company. 'Breakdown' revolves around a professional contract killer (Fairbrass), haunted by visions of his violent past, spirals out of control. His work compromised as he reaches breaking point, he is forced to defend his family from his ruthless employers....
- 3/4/2014
- Horror Asylum
Tamer Hasan and Mem Ferda have signed on to come face to face in the upcoming action thriller, ‘Breakdown.’ The British-Turkish film stars will portray Iraz Kartal and Hakan Abaci, respectively, in the film. The two join fellow supporting cast members James Cosmo (‘Game of Thrones’), Emmett Scanlan (‘The Fall’) and Olivia Grant (‘Mr. Nice’). ‘Breakdown,’ which was written and is being directed by filmmaker Jonnie Malachi, is currently shooting on location in and around Londodn and Essex. Luke Fairbrass is producing the movie for screen 360. Craig Fairbrass stars as Alfie Jennings, a professional contract killer, in ‘Breakdown.’ His job is compromised as he endures visions of his violent [ Read More ]
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- 2/24/2014
- by Karen Benardello
- ShockYa
Exclusive: Jonnie Malachi’s thriller stars Craig Fairbrass [pictured], James Cosmo, Olivia Grant, Emmett Scanlan and Tamer Hassan.
Principal photography has commenced on Breakdown.
Written and directed by Jonnie Malachi, the psychological thriller follows a professional contract killer who, haunted by visions of his violent past, is forced to defend his family from his ruthless employers.
The film stars Craig Fairbrass, James Cosmo, Olivia Grant, Emmett Scanlan and Tamer Hassan.
Luke Fairbrass is producing for Screen 360 and commented: “I feel very fortunate to be working on such a quality script for my debut feature. A resonating story mixed with strong commercial appeal makes this perfectly placed for mainstream audiences.”
The shoot will take place on location in and around London and Essex, with a trailer available for Cannes.
Worldwide rights are available.
Principal photography has commenced on Breakdown.
Written and directed by Jonnie Malachi, the psychological thriller follows a professional contract killer who, haunted by visions of his violent past, is forced to defend his family from his ruthless employers.
The film stars Craig Fairbrass, James Cosmo, Olivia Grant, Emmett Scanlan and Tamer Hassan.
Luke Fairbrass is producing for Screen 360 and commented: “I feel very fortunate to be working on such a quality script for my debut feature. A resonating story mixed with strong commercial appeal makes this perfectly placed for mainstream audiences.”
The shoot will take place on location in and around London and Essex, with a trailer available for Cannes.
Worldwide rights are available.
- 2/10/2014
- by ian.sandwell@screendaily.com (Ian Sandwell)
- ScreenDaily
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