Heartless

This gritty faustian tale set in the East End of London follows Jamie, a troubled young man with a birthmark on his face, which has left him feeling isolated and fearful, hiding from the world outside. He lives in the East End of London, an area notorious for its violent hooded gangs. According to news reports, the gangs are now wearing demon masks. But, one night, Jamie discovers the terrifying truth: the gangs are not wearing masks. They are real demons. And when Jamie's mother is killed by them in a brutal attack, he realises he can no longer hide away. Jamie vows vengeance and turns vigilante. But the world outside is more of a nightmare than he ever imagined. From acclaimed director Philip Ridley and starring an impressive British cast including Eddie Marsan, Timothy Spall, Noel Clarke and Jim Sturgess.

 “A flawless horror…the best film of the year” Alan Jones FRIGHTFEST

“A fiercely imaginative urban fairytale” TIME OUT

SEG supervised the recording of ten original songs for the movie, written by Philip Ridley and composer Nick Bicat. All of the songs were produced by Irish singer songwriter Joe Echo and engineer Michael Keeney, except for 'Phoenix' which was produced by SEG's Younger Brother. The songs feature performances from Joe Echo, actor Jim Sturgess and SEG’s Mary Leay.

David Julyan composed an atmospheric score, which blended perfectly with the songs creating a memorable soundtrack.

In addition SEG organised a live performance by Jim Sturgess & friends of 2 songs from the film for the premiere at Channel 4’s Frightfest in 2009.

SEG also supervised the digital release of the soundtrack album via Universal Records.