A Reckoning – Watch a film that was long thought lost

In the early days of Live for Films, I came across a film called A Reckoning, aka Straw Man. Directed by Andrew Barker, who co-wrote it with Garry Charles, it starred Leslie Simpson (Dog Soldiers, The Descent, Grandpa) and Axelle Carolyn (Centurion, Tales of Halloween). Other people involved with the film were Assistant Director Tiernan Hanby and DOP Adam Krajczynski. You can see the full cast and crew list below.

It follows a man (Simpson) who could be the last man on Earth or who may just have lost his mind.

I was lucky enough to interview Andrew, Leslie and Axelle. I also got to see the film and you can read my review here. I think it was the first time I was quoted on a film poster, which was amazing.

Due to various behind the scenes goings on, the film sadly never got a release. A shame, as it was very good and showed extreme talent from all involved.

However, it has now escaped on to the Internet and you can watch it below. I highly recommend it and, if you like it, spread the word.

A RECKONING

Created by Barker & Krajczynski ©

Written & Directed by A.D. Barker

Starring:
Leslie Simpson as The Lone Man

Cast:
Axelle Carolyn
Daniel Tee
Marcus Green

Producers:
Andrew David Barker
Adam Krajczynski
George Hopkin
Kate Horlor
Michael Spiby

Cinematography & Editing:
Adam Krajczynski

Music:
Nick Alexander
Andrew David Barker
Rhys Morris

Assistant Director:
Tiernan Hanby

Makeup Department:
Hannah Eccleston

Makeup Assistants:
Samantha Hoyle
Marie Morgan

Costume Design & Wardrobe:
Rebecca Ryder-Caddy

Wardrobe Assistants:
Adele Hanlon
Hayley Lytell

Management:
Zoe Papadopoulou
Efisia Fele

Property Master
Rachel Leary

Assistant Property Masters:
Samantha Hoyle
Carrie Wilson

Sound Design:
Adam Krajczynski

Camera and Electrical Department:
Adam Krajczynski
Daniel Tee
Michael Spiby
Lee Bradbury
Louis Brough
Wayne Curly
Liam Tormay

Key Grip & MVP:
Michael Spiby

Still Photographer:
Neal Morgan

Driver:
Paul D. Doyle