[ LOGLINE // ]
Night shiftA principled rookie Police Officer must fight to survive the night in a patrol car after discovering her corrupt Sergeant’s attempt to blackmail a crime-lord has marked them both for death.
2/9
[ SYNOPSIS // ]
One Shift. One Car. One Hope.
Probationary officer Zoe Harrison thinks she’s learning from the best when she’s paired with Sergeant Amanda Gates, the decorated hero who took down the city’s most brutal crime lord.But as the sun sets, the hero’s mask slips, Gates has stolen key evidence from the case…and she either sells it tonight or dies trying.When they pick up a "drunk" Johnny Haynes, Zoe quickly realizes he isn't a random arrest; he’s a Player in this high-stakes game that’s spiralling out of control.Trapped in a mobile pressure cooker and recorded by the very cameras meant to protect her, Zoe has until dawn to secure the evidence, rescue her career and save as many lives as possible.
3/9
[ PROJECT SPECS // ]
GENRE: Police Thriller / Found-Footage
FORMAT: Feature Film
PRODUCTION APPROACH: Found-footage (dashcam, bodycam)
STATUS: Screenplay locked, Currently financing
PRODUCTION COMPANY: Fable Features
PRODUCTION TEAM: click here
4/9
Amanda steers whenever she can. Brakes when possible. Blinks if time allows.Pg 51
5/9
AFO TWO (VIA HEADSET)
I have a shot.OFFICER JONES
Take it. Take it. Take it!Zoe throws herself at Officer Jones and tries to disarm him.Pg. 74
6/9
JOHNNY HAYNES
Get in the driving seat.AMANDA GATES
You prick.JOHNNY HAYNES
Shush.Pg. 81
7/9
[ PRODUCTION TEAM // ]
Rob Holder
Director / Co-Writer
Rob brings a unique blend of independent filmmaking grit and commercial rigor to the producing team of Suspect.With a proven track record spanning successful short films and a feature, Rob understands the creative and logistical demands of independent cinema from the ground up.While his narrative work showcases a passion for bold, visually compelling storytelling, his background running Bristol-based Fable Studios provides an strong operational backbone.Having managed high-end TV commercials and complex logistics, Rob offers industry partners absolute reassurance. He knows how to maximize every penny on screen, ensuring Suspect is both an artistic triumph and a securely managed production.IMDB: Rob Holder
Ben Lacey
Co-Writer
Ben brings 15 years of dedicated screenwriting craft to Suspect, combining academic rigor with the practical grit of writing.This hands-on experience ensures his scripts don't just read beautifully on the page, but translate efficiently to the realities of production.Suspect marks his second collaboration with Rob Holder, following their award-winning film EQUAL, a tense two-hander that beat 3,000 entries to feature in the IMPACT50 film project.For industry partners, Ben guarantees a rock-solid narrative foundation: meticulously structured, character-driven screenplays proven to stand out and deliver gripping cinematic tension.
David Bunker
Executive Producer
David Bunker anchors Suspect with forty years of financial expertise, serving as the safeguard for industry partners and investors.Beginning his career at KPMG, David has built and successfully sold several financial services companies, bringing an unparalleled level of commercial rigor to the production team.As an Executive Producer, David specializes in structuring the robust, secure finance plans required to successfully deliver feature films to the screen, including ELIMINATE: Archie Cookson. Beyond this, he is an integral, hands-on member of the creative team.For investors, David ensures that Suspect is backed by a robust financial framework, overseen by a veteran of both the boardroom and the film set.
Ross McFall
Editor
Ross McFall brings two decades of top-tier editing experience to Suspect, providing the production with masterclass-level pacing and narrative structure.Having seamlessly navigated both observational documentary and feature film, Ross possesses the precise, unique skillset required to mold the film's unconventional style into a gripping, cohesive cinematic experience.His proven track record includes cutting flagship programming for industry giants like the BBC and Netflix, alongside successfully delivering multiple feature films to the screen.IMDB: Ross McFall
Hand over hand, inch by inch Zoe drags herself toward the front of the car.Pg. 89
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