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Baxter Hammond: P. I. (A Short Film Project)
Glasgow, Glasgow City, United Kingdom
Aim
Baxter Hammond: P.I. - a mockumentary about a council worker turned exorcist tackling the occult with a clipboard and pen. Support us today!
Logline
In a world where the occult meets the mundane, former council employee Baxter Hammond tackles the supernatural with bureaucracy, dry humour, and a clipboard, questioning the boundaries of good, evil, and everything in between.
Why We're Making 'Baxter Hammond: P.I.'
'Baxter Hammond: P.I.' is a sardonic, character-driven mockumentary about a council worker turned exorcist, tackling the occult with nothing more than a clipboard and pen. It's a mix of supernatural chaos and dry scottish humour, balancing the absurdity of bureaucracy with the bizarre world of occult monsters.
What Inspired This Film?
The idea came out of the notion of tackling the most fantastical of situations in the most mundane way possible. The blending of the extraordinary and the ordinary gives the story its unique world view. Add to that a man, keen to prove himself with little ability to realise his ambition, and you've got Baxter - a man who doesn't just deal with demons and poltergeist, but does so by filling out a form and asking the monsters how they feel.
Who We Are.
Writer/Director
Scott McCartney is Writer/Director of 'Baxter Hammond: P.I.', with over twenty-years experience in the film & television industry as an Editor and VFX Artist, Scott brings a unique blend of technical expertise and storytelling passion to the project. Drawing inspiration from his Glasgow roots, he weaves dry humour, sharp satire and a love of horror into the story blending the occult with the mundanity of everyday life.
Producer
Kim Falconer is Producer for 'Baxter Hammond: P.I.' With over 20 years of experience in theatre, film, TV, and voiceover, Kim brings a wealth of knowledge to the project. Originally trained as an actor, she has recently focused on producing and writing short films. Kim has worked with Scott on several 48 Hour Films for Glasgow Film Crew and is delighted to be on board for Baxter Hammond.
Cinematographer
Ben Somerville is the cinematographer for Baxter Hammond: P.I., with over 20 years of experience in the film and television industry. With a background in the Camera and Electrical department, Ben specialises in lighting and camera work, bringing a wealth of expertise to the project. He has worked with Scott and the GFC on several 48-hour film challenges and commercial projects and is excited to take Baxter Hammond from script to screen.
Our Cast
We have assembled a fantastic cast to bring the Story and world of Baxter Hammond to life.
Baxter Hammond
Played by Owen Coomber, Baxter is a weary but determined 'Paranormal Investigator' navigating his way through the absurd world of bureaucracy and the occult.
Danny
Played by Michael Moretti,Baxter's disinterested assistant,he does the heavy lifting, and occasionaly acts as a human shield.
Bella
Played by Anne-Marie Feeney, the sharp-witted, and seemingly sweet, office manager. she takes calls from those affected by the occult with bemused amusement and eccentric charm.
John
Played by Jordan Wistuba, recently bitten by a vampire, John is struggling with the challenges of his newfound cravings.
Christine
Played by Sarah Coyne, a semi-tranfigured werewolf with a sharp tongue. She is unapologetic in her new form, and challenges anyone who dares question her.
Mrs Fir
Played by Lauren C. Moore, Mrs Fir has a no-nonsense attitude, she treats the supernatural chaos as little more than an irritation—until things take a darker turn, and she herself becomes possessed by a demonic force.
Our Crew
We are a mix of seasoned professionals and emerging talent, brought together through the Glasgow Film Crew (GFC).
The GFC is about fostering creativity and giving opportunities to filmmakers, actors, and anyone, at every stage of their filmmaking journey - whether just starting out, or trying their hand at something new. We are a community with collaboration and peer support at our foundation.
Our Vision
This isn't just about laughs. Beneath the humour lies a deeper story - a philosophical conflict between moral relativism and moral obectivity. Baxter is a man who believes in the potential for good in everyone, even when they happen to be souless monsters, who, by any metric, are objectively evil. It's a thoughtful, funny, and unique world that blends the absurd with occult chaos.
What Your Support Will Mean
This is an ambitious project with a modest budget. Thanks to a £1,000 grant from GMAC Film and the incredible dedication our cast and crew who have volunteered their time and expertise, we've made great progress already - but we still need your support.
Every penny raised will go towards:
- Locations: We've secured some great backdrops for the world of Baxter and Co, but these are some of our biggest expenses.
- Catering: Keeping our hardworking team well-fed and hydrated across our four days of filming.
- Transport: Ensuring that everone, and everything gets to set when and where it's needed.
- Make-Up and Costume: Baxter's world is filled with strange and supernatural creatures. Your support will allow us to build that world convincingly, creating characters that bring the story to life.
What's Next?
Once completed, we'll be submitting the film to festivals across the world, particularly horror and comedy festivals, where we think Baxter Hammond will fit right in.
Your support will help us to bring this ambitious project to life and ensure we deliver a film that we are all proud of.
This project successfully funded on 29th January 2025