The Ballad of Wallis Island

BAFTA-nominated British filmmaker James Griffths directs his impressive debut feature, developed from his 2007 short film. Co-written and starring the UK’s Tom Basden and Tim Key, the heartwarming comedy features an impressive supporting British cast that includes Carey Mulligan, Sian Clifford and Akemnji Ndifornyen. Co-produced by BBC Studios and Baby Cow Productions.

Directors

James Griffiths

Writers

Tom Basden
Tim Key

Cast

Carey Mulligan
Tom Basden
Tim Key
Sian Clifford
Akemnji Ndifornyen

Synopsis

Living alone on the secluded Wallace Island, eccentric lottery winner Charles (Tim Key) dreams of getting his favorite musicians and former lovers, Herb McGwyer (Tom Basden) and Nell Mortimer (Carey Mulligan) back together. Fantasy turns to reality when they accept his invitation to play a private show on the island, but old tensions threaten to disrupt the show Charles had dreamed of.