Rogue Trader

Rogue Trader

Comedy Short | Educational Film

About the Film

Rogue Trader is an educational comedy short film that uses humour to highlight the real-world issue of doorstep scams and financial manipulation. Directed and edited by Deadline Communications, the film combines light-hearted storytelling with an important public awareness message.

Set around a seemingly ordinary family meeting, Rogue Trader follows Gav as he becomes increasingly suspicious of Raymond, a persuasive “builder and odd-job man” who has embedded himself into his Aunt Janice’s life. As the situation unfolds, the comedy reveals how easily trust can be exploited and how difficult it can be to challenge a scam once it feels established.

By presenting a serious subject through accessible comedy, Rogue Trader is designed to educate audiences, encourage conversation and promote early intervention, making it suitable for public sector, community and awareness-led screenings.

Production

Deadline Communications directed and edited Rogue Trader, shaping the performances, pacing and tone to balance humour with education and deliver a focused, effective short film.

Credits

Director

Simon Frith

Writer

Jim Cogan

Cast (in alphabetical order)

Perry Benson as Raymond

Duncan Casey

Matthew Colbert

Fiona Dulake as Barmaid

Lee Mead as Gavin

Gary Nunn

Christine Ozanne as Aunt Janice

Philip Andrew Rogers

Ricky Wellington