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Humble Pie

When couch potato Tony sees a TV advert for a 'once in a lifetime pie', nothing can get in his way. Nothing.

  • Jack Hartley
    Director
  • Jack Hartley
    Writer
  • Matthew Rowlands
    Producer
  • George Haydock
    Director of Photography
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Comedy, Drama
  • Runtime:
    12 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    November 1, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    2,000 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    United Kingdom
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    4:3
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Jack Hartley

Jack Hartley is primarily a freelance location manager working in the North of England although his passion lies in writing and directing. Jack specialises in both surreal comedy and heartfelt drama.

Originally from Burnley, Jack began his career as an actor, appearing in shows such as Peaky Blinders, Doctors, Holby City, The A Word, Scott & Bailey and Hollyoaks, as well as a whole range of award winning drama and comedy shorts.

He is now repped by United Agents as a writer / director and has a comedy series in development with House Productions.

Jack is also a co-founder of Antfarm Film Services, a Manchester based production company/ service company.

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Director Statement

This surreal tale is about more than just two blokes fighting over a massive pie. It's about what greed and obsession can do to people. But it's also about two blokes fighting over a massive pie.