Happy Pebble Productions

Happy Pebble Productions, founded in February 2022, is an independent Yorkshire-based production company born from a deep-seated passion for storytelling. The company was established specifically to bring to life our inaugural project, Without Fear, Without Favour. Through this and future projects, I am committed to creating compelling, character-driven narratives

Rooted in the rich tapestry of North Yorkshire and Teesside, regions that have shaped my own narrative, I am dedicated to crafting stories that resonate with authenticity and emotional depth. My focus is on characters over 40, whose lives are often overlooked but are brimming with complexity and untold stories. These narratives are not just about the characters themselves, but about the intricate web of relationships and the environment that shapes them.

Why Happy Pebble?

The name “Happy Pebble” harks back to a childhood ritual. As a child in the 80s, my walks to school were punctuated by a peculiar habit: rescuing lone pebbles. If I saw a pebble kicked aside, I felt an irresistible urge to find it or reunite it with a family of pebbles.

This act of kindness, though it often made me late to class, was a small rebellion against loneliness, something I abhorred.

It’s this spirit of empathy and connection that underpins our storytelling ethos at Happy Pebble Productions.

Without Fear or Favour

“Without Fear or Favour” is a four-part TV drama.

It is currently making its way through the hands of producers. This compelling crime drama, which took three years to craft, delves deep into the heart of high-stakes crime and moral ambiguity.

The story begins with the discovery of a jogger’s body in York, setting off a chain of events that will test the mettle of newly promoted DI Adrian Hudson. As the investigation unfolds, unexpected twists and profound injustices emerge, entangling Hudson’s professional and personal life in ways she could never have anticipated.

The Distance Between

A short film in Pre- production.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of the North Yorkshire Moors, The Distance Between tells the story of a middle-aged woman who, following the loss of her mother, rediscovers her passion for life and love through the lens of her camera. With evocative cinematography and an emotionally resonant narrative, our film aims to captivate audiences.

Inspired by the iconic reunion of artists Marina Abramović and Ulay, The Distance Between explores themes of grief, isolation, memory and the redemptive power of art and love.