Crew
Philip Kempson
Director/writer
Philip has been in the entertainment industry for over 35 years and lives in Stoke on Trent in the UK with his wife and children.
Starting as stage crew for the Theatre Royal, Hanley in the 80s where he developed a love for stage and screen.
Philip became a projectionist for Warner Bros and M.G.M within London's West End in the early 90s.
Philip has directed and produced several short films and also the feature, Beneath Still Water.
"The release of Hideous Mind is sure to wow audiences. Featuring a stellar cast and the collaborative efforts of a terrific crew, bringing to life an absorbing story and a variety of compelling characters."
Tim Vickerstaff
Sound recordist
Tim is an IT Professional by trade, having worked in the Medical and Education sectors.
Tim is a Studio Engineer and founding Director of Leek-based radio station Moorlands Radio.
Founded in 2003 and began full-time broadcasting in 2009. Prior to radio, Tim worked with The New Vic Theatre, Alton Towers and if you go back far enough even Nickelodeon TV and the Paramount Comedy Channel.
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Cast
Kerry Sirrell
We are honoured to announce the lead role of Rachel will be played by the hugely talented Kerry Sirrell.
Kerry is an actress and producer, known for Hope's Game (2021), Running Naked (2020) and the award-winning Suicide Blonde (2018).
( Photo courtesy of Paul Warburton )
Judith Hunt
Judith Hunt is a passionate actress with a music background.
She is Australian, a graduate of the Western Australian Institute of Technology (B.A. in English) and a former student of the Australian Film & TV School in Sydney.
Her acting roles range from Finding Reggie and Whitebait in 2022 to Remember and Teeth in 2023.
Not forgetting Judith is also a talented pianist.
( Photo courtesy of Starnow )
CHARLES O'NEIL
Charles O'Neill's, roles have included award-winning films such as YOU ARE MY SUNSHINE, ST BAPTISTS, and THE SHAMROCK SPITFIRE, with other roles in the "House of Screaming Death", "Beneath Still Water" and "Boxed" He has also appeared in DOCTORS and several tv commercials.
Anythony Webster
We are happy to announce the role of Sam will be played by the talented Anthony Webster.
Those who have worked alongside this energetic, intelligent optimist appreciate his remarkable character portrayals, his 'can-do attitude and his steadfast love of tea.
Anthony's work includes Whiteblade (2016), The Legend of Mordred (2019) and Running Naked (2020).
( Photo courtesy of Laura Bell )
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More cast to be announced
We want to thank the contribution of the supporting artists.
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Supporting artists have a very important role to play within the filmmaking family.
Crew
Philip Kempson
Director/writer
Philip has been in the entertainment industry for over 35 years and lives in Stoke on Trent in the UK with his wife and children.
Starting as stage crew for the Theatre Royal, Hanley in the 80s where he developed a love for stage and screen.
Philip became a projectionist for Warner Bros and M.G.M within London's West End in the early 90s.
Philip has directed and produced several short films and also the feature, Beneath Still Water.
"The release of Hideous Mind is sure to wow audiences. Featuring a stellar cast and the collaborative efforts of a terrific crew, bringing to life an absorbing story and a variety of compelling characters."
Tim Vickerstaff
Sound recordist
Tim is an IT Professional by trade, having worked in the Medical and Education sectors.
Tim is a Studio Engineer and founding Director of Leek-based radio station Moorlands Radio.
Founded in 2003 and began full-time broadcasting in 2009. Prior to radio, Tim worked with The New Vic Theatre, Alton Towers and if you go back far enough even Nickelodeon TV and the Paramount Comedy Channel.
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Cast
Kerry Sirrell
We are honoured to announce the lead role of Rachel will be played by the hugely talented Kerry Sirrell.
Kerry is an actress and producer, known for Hope's Game (2021), Running Naked (2020) and the award-winning Suicide Blonde (2018).
( Photo courtesy of Paul Warburton )
James Whitehurst
We are happy to announce the role of Dr. Knight will be played by the talented James Whitehurst.
James is known for His roles in the award-winning Watch Me Sleep (2023) and Tales of the Creeping Death (2022).
He also continues to appear in several high-profile Commercials and is an extremely passionate actor.
( Photo courtesy of Yellow Belly )
Judith Hunt
Judith Hunt is a passionate actress with a music background.
She is Australian, a graduate of the Western Australian Institute of Technology (B.A. in English) and a former student of the Australian Film & TV School in Sydney.
Her acting roles range from Finding Reggie and Whitebait in 2022 to Remember and Teeth in 2023.
Not forgetting Judith is also a talented pianist.
( Photo courtesy of Starnow )
Susannah May
We are happy to announce the role of Dr Simpson will be played by the hugely talented Susannah May.
Susannah is currently performing in "UPSTART! at the EDINBURGH FRINGE until the 27TH AUGUST.
where it's achieving countless five-star reviews.
Susannah Has also been part of the award-winning short film
Out Of Time and the comedy shorts Going Viral & Art.
( Photo courtesy of Nicholas Dawkes)
Anythony Webster
We are happy to announce the role of Sam will be played by the talented Anthony Webster.
Those who have worked alongside this energetic, intelligent optimist appreciate his remarkable character portrayals, his 'can-do attitude and his steadfast love of tea.
Anthony's work includes Whiteblade (2016), The Legend of Mordred (2019) and Running Naked (2020).
( Photo courtesy of Laura Bell )
We would like to thank the contribution of the supporting artists.
​
A supporting artist has a very important role to play within the filmmaking family.
Crew
Philip Kempson
Director/writer
Philip has been in the entertainment industry for over 35 years and lives in Stoke on Trent in the UK with his wife and children.
Starting as stage crew for the Theatre Royal, Hanley in the 80s where he developed a love for stage and screen.
Philip became a projectionist for Warner Bros and M.G.M within London's West End in the early 90s.
Philip has directed and produced several short films and also the feature, Beneath Still Water.
"The release of Hideous Mind is sure to wow audiences. Featuring a stellar cast and the collaborative efforts of a terrific crew, bringing to life an absorbing story and a variety of compelling characters."
Tim Vickerstaff
Sound recordist
Tim is an IT Professional by trade, having worked in the Medical and Education sectors.
Tim is a Studio Engineer and founding Director of Leek-based radio station Moorlands Radio.
Founded in 2003 and began full-time broadcasting in 2009. Prior to radio, Tim worked with The New Vic Theatre, Alton Towers and if you go back far enough even Nickelodeon TV and the Paramount Comedy Channel.
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Cast
Kerry Sirrell
We are honoured to announce the lead role of Rachel will be played by the hugely talented Kerry Sirrell.
Kerry is an actress and producer, known for Hope's Game (2021), Running Naked (2020) and the award-winning Suicide Blonde (2018).
( Photo courtesy of Paul Warburton )
Judith Hunt
Judith Hunt is a passionate actress with a music background.
She is Australian, a graduate of the Western Australian Institute of Technology (B.A. in English) and a former student of the Australian Film & TV School in Sydney.
Her acting roles range from Finding Reggie and Whitebait in 2022 to Remember and Teeth in 2023.
Not forgetting Judith is also a talented pianist.
( Photo courtesy of Starnow )
Anythony Webster
We are happy to announce the role of Sam will be played by the talented Anthony Webster.
Those who have worked alongside this energetic, intelligent optimist appreciate his remarkable character portrayals, his 'can-do attitude and his steadfast love of tea.
Anthony's work includes Whiteblade (2016), The Legend of Mordred (2019) and Running Naked (2020).
( Photo courtesy of Laura Bell )
We would like to thank the contribution of the supporting artists.
​
A supporting artist has a very important role to play within the filmmaking family.