The Legend Of Barney Thomson - Trailer

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Barney Thomson is a Glaswegian barber with limited talent when it comes to hair-styling; though what he lacks in skill, he makes up for in passion. It's the only thing remotely interesting that he has in his life, but unfortunately, his boss Wullie is less than happy with his awkward manner in the shop. He wants to let Barney go, but Barney is desperate to hang on to his job and in a frantic struggle he accidentally stabs Wullie to death with some scissors. Scared and ever more desperate, he enlists the help of his ruthless mother to get rid of the body, but it isn't long before the formidable Detective Inspector Holdall starts sniffing around - and Barney is his prime suspect, whether the rest of the force believe it or not.

This hilarious black comedy details the antics of an accidental serial killer portrayed by Primetime Emmy nominated actor Robert Carlyle ('Once Upon a Time', 'SGU Stargate Universe', '28 Weeks Later'), who also acts as director in his feature film debut. The screenplay has been written by Richard Cowan and the BAFTA winning Colin McLaren ('Donkeys'), and it has already been nominated for The Michael Powell Award for Best British Feature Film at Edinburgh International Film Festival. 'The Legend Of Barney Thomson' hits the UK on July 24th 2015.