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A Little Place Off the Edgware Road 2014

16 min📅 2014-03-03

In *A Little Place Off the Edgware Road (2014)*, award-winning crime novelist Tim Hewitt crafts a moody British thriller that dives into the fragile mind of a writer trapped between creativity and grief.

Director: Tim Hewitt

Cast

Paul McGann
Paul McGann
James Craven
Natasha O'Keeffe
Natasha O'Keeffe
Wife
Ronald Pickup
Ronald Pickup
Bearded Man
Owen Brenman
Owen Brenman
Therapist
Jessica Benaglio
Daughter
Paul Critoph
Large Man

Frequently Asked Questions

What is *A Little Place Off the Edgware Road (2014)* about?

This 16-minute British thriller follows a grief-stricken crime novelist battling writer's block and haunted by visions of his deceased family. As he seeks solace in classic Hitchcock films and therapy sessions, a sudden outside disturbance forces him into a surreal confrontation with the past.

Who directed *A Little Place Off the Edgware Road*?

The film was directed by Tim Hewitt, who also wrote the screenplay, weaving a tight narrative around themes of loss and psychological tension.

Who stars in *A Little Place Off the Edgware Road*?

The cast features Paul McGann as the troubled writer, Natasha O'Keeffe as his therapist, and Ronald Pickup among the supporting roles.

Is *A Little Place Off the Edgware Road (2014)* worth watching?

As a tightly woven psychological thriller, it's a standout in its short runtime. Though unrated on IMDb, its atmospheric tension and strong performances make it compelling for fans of British drama and suspense. Ideal for a quick but intense viewing experience.

How long is *A Little Place Off the Edgware Road*?

The film runs for 16 minutes.

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About A Little Place Off the Edgware Road (2014) — A haunting British thriller of grief and blurred realities

In *A Little Place Off the Edgware Road (2014)*, award-winning crime novelist Tim Hewitt crafts a moody British thriller that dives into the fragile mind of a writer trapped between creativity and grief. Directed by Tim Hewitt, the 16-minute short film follows a tormented author—played with haunting intensity by Paul McGann—who battles crippling writer's block while haunted by visions of his late wife and child. Escaping into a local Hitchcock festival, he finds temporary refuge in classic suspense, but a sudden disturbance outside his flat shatters his fragile grip on reality, weaving a tale where dreams bleed into waking life and sanity hangs by a thread.

With its stark visuals and unsettling atmosphere, the film blurs the line between psychological thriller and ghost story. Natasha O'Keeffe delivers a standout performance as the therapist guiding him through the shadows, while Ronald Pickup lends gravitas as a neighbor whose presence only deepens the unease. The result is a chilling meditation on loss, memory, and the stories we tell to survive—short but unforgettable.