Invest in Powerful Stories

Back the Future of UK Cinema

Mockingbird Film Co’ is building a bold, globally relevant slate of independent films — and we’re inviting select investors to join us at the ground level.

Based in the West Midlands and driven by a multi-award-winning team, we specialise in story-led cinema with international reach and festival prestige. With the UK now offering one of the world’s most attractive tax incentives for independent filmmaking, there has never been a better time to invest in homegrown stories with global potential.

Why Invest in UK Film, Right Now?

✅ Enhanced Independent Film Tax Credit

Eligible UK productions under £15 million now receive a 53% tax credit, the highest in UK film history. This significantly reduces investor exposure and increases potential net returns.

✅ A Global Appetite for Distinctive Content

From Cannes to Netflix, buyers are prioritising original, non-franchise storytelling. British cinema continues to punch above its weight in global markets and festivals.

✅ Multi-Stream Returns

Revenue comes from global theatrical and VOD sales, streamer acquisitions, licensing, and awards-driven residuals, all managed via structured and transparent reporting.

Why Mockingbird

🎬 Multi-Award-Winning Creative Team

From RTS recognition to broadcaster commissions, our team combines cinematic craft with commercial instincts, trusted by Sky Arts, international collaborators, and global audiences.

💡 Balanced Slate Strategy

We develop 3–5 films across varied genres and budget levels, blending prestige storytelling with high-ROI genre formats to spread risk and optimise returns.

📈 Transparent, Investor-Focused Process

Every investment is structured for clarity, with detailed forecasts, tax-advantaged vehicles, and regular progress updates to ensure accountability and visibility.

Investment Options

Single Film Investment – Back a standalone project aligned with your interests and appetite.
Slate-Level Investment – Spread your risk and returns across multiple films.
Executive Producer Role – On-screen credit, set access, and the opportunity to shape the film alongside our team.

Films in the Spotlight

I'm Still Here

Psychological Horror | £500,000 Budget
After a near-fatal car crash, a young man begins to suspect his reality is unraveling — haunted by guilt, ghosts, or something far worse.
Commercial Hook: Genre films, particularly psychological horror, are consistently among the highest-performing formats for ROI at low budget.
Production Strategy: Minimal locations and cast allow for high production value at low cost — maximising spend on story and finish.
Investor Insight: At this budget, a single streamer acquisition or limited theatrical run can deliver strong returns.
→ Comparables:
The Babadook – $2m budget, $10m+ worldwide
The Witch – $4m budget, $40m global box office
Market Position: Elevated horror with international festival and streamer potential. Designed for both critical and commercial crossover.

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Francois

True Story War Drama | £5 Million Budget
The epic, real-life journey of Jean Georges François — a French-Algerian soldier turned resistance hero during WWII, captured and tortured, who escapes to become one of France’s most decorated fighters.
Cultural and International Appeal: Based on a true story with natural appeal across UK, French, and American audiences.
High Prestige Potential: Poised for festival play and critical acclaim. Strong candidate for co-productions and public funding support.
Investor Insight:
→ Comparable Titles:
The Wind That Shakes the Barley – €6.5m budget, $25.7m return
Resistance – $5.5m budget, global theatrical and streamer release
Visual Scale: Blends large-scale battle realism with intimate character drama, executed by a director with proven awards pedigree.

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