Ed Barratt

Ed Barratt’s filmography kind of reads like a playlist for people who appreciate movies that don’t just play it safe. Take "Rooney" (2022) for starters—a documentary that digs into Wayne Rooney’s life, not just his football career. It’s got this raw, unfiltered energy, showing Rooney’s off-pitch struggles, his wild talent, and the circus of fame that’s always breathing down his neck. The movie doesn’t sugarcoat anything. You see the rough edges—press scandals, injuries, rough patches. It’s less about worshipping a sports star and more about showing the cost of living your whole life in the spotlight. Then there’s "Muscle" (2019), which is basically one big gut punch. It’s this dark, gritty look at masculinity and obsession. You’ve got Simon, a regular guy who gets swept up in an intense world after joining a gym. What starts as self-improvement spirals into something way darker—abuse, manipulation, and a slow loss of identity. It’s got that under-your-skin vibe, where you can’t look away but you’re not sure you want to keep watching either. Uncomfortable, sure, but that’s the point. And "Tales from the Lodge" (2019)—honestly, it’s like hanging out with a bunch of old mates who can’t stop telling ghost stories, except things take a weird turn. There’s horror, black comedy, and a bunch of secrets bubbling up between friends. It’s messy and unpredictable, bouncing between laughs and chills. All together, Barratt’s projects aren’t afraid to be a little bit odd or unsettling, always digging into what makes people tick.