Private Project

Joyce

Joyce, a 40-something closeted alcoholic, hits her breaking point after a series of bad choices, her husband stages an intervention but it goes awry and she risks losing her family and her life, based on true events.

  • Tomas Martinsen-Hickman
    Director
  • Anette Martinsen
    Writer
    Baa Baa Black Sheep
  • Anette Martinsen
    Producer
    Baa Baa Baa Black Sheep, In The Spotlight
  • Anette Martinsen
    Key Cast
    "Joyce Winslow"
    Baa Baa Black Sheep, In The Spotlight
  • Dean Kilbey
    Key Cast
    "Paul Winslow"
  • Emily Millwood
    Key Cast
    "Alex Winslow"
  • Laura Mckee
    Key Cast
    "WPC Julie Hardcastle"
  • Debbie Krieger
    Key Cast
    "Shirley"
  • Melissa Stanton
    Key Cast
    "Mildred"
  • Amelya Goldy
    Key Cast
    "WPC Amanda Granger"
  • Filippa Arnstad Sebom
    Key Cast
    "DI Noris"
  • Joe Sear-Myles
    Key Cast
    "Johnny"
  • Lexi Lancaster
    Key Cast
    "Lilly"
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, based on true events
  • Runtime:
    25 minutes 29 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    October 18, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    5,000 GBP
  • Country of Origin:
    Norway
  • Country of Filming:
    United Kingdom
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Tomas Martinsen-Hickman

Tomas is originally from Norway and is currently living in London. He is a freelance creative with a diverse set of skills. He started his career as a touring theatre actor and eventually progressed to graphic design, photography and video editing.

"Joyce" is Tomas' first true time as director after previously directing short scenes for actor showreel material. He has worked as a producer, casting director and production assistant in the past and he brings to "Joyce" his range of skills and understanding of all areas of filming.

The script for "Joyce" resonates very strongly with Tomas as he has witnessed people close to him suffer from addiction, mental health issues and alcoholism. His vision is to raise awareness of how a person loses control of their life to their addiction and how it affects everyone around them.

Director reel: https://vimeo.com/704256588
https://www.imdb.com/name/nm5520592/

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