A couple's lives are thrown into disarray when their daughter is cast opposite a controversial major star.

Winner of the FOCUS Award at the EVCOM London Industry Awards, "Magpie" is a drama about a man (Charles) who, struggling to provide for his family, leads a life of crime. The film focuses on the relationship between Charles and his younger, yet more mature and rational brother.

Heartfelt, funny and beautifully observed, Magpie is a story of hidden secrets, loss and the life affirming power of friendship.

Maria, who's not as young as she used to be and who helps people older than her, is living from hand to mouth. She can't quite accept her precarious situation and steals a few euros here and there from all those lovely people she looks after with such devotion, and who adore her for it… But after an accusation of abuse of a vulnerable person, Maria winds up in police custody.