Production company Fact Not Fiction Films has announced that its latest short film, A Girl Called Alice, has entered post-production following principal photography on location in London and West Sussex.

The 15 minute thriller addresses the continuing rise in mobile phone theft across the capital and is due to be submitted to international film festivals later this year. The story unfolds against the backdrop of more than 124,000 devices reported stolen in London over the past year, focusing on a young woman reputed to be one of the city’s most skilled phone thieves. When she is challenged by a notorious gang leader to prove her abilities, events intensify, prompting questions about risk, loyalty, and consequence.

The production is backed by Crimestoppers, with support from EE and cameras and lenses supplied by Canon. Through the partnership, Crimestoppers is encouraging the public to share information about phone theft anonymously via its charity channels, reinforcing the film’s wider public awareness purpose.

The cast features Antonio Aakeel as Tariq, appearing opposite Tegan Grace Muggeridge in the title role. Aakeel is known for his work in the Apple TV series Slow Horses, the film Tomb Raider, the Netflix thriller I Came By, and the feature Eaten by Lions. He has previously been named a Screen International Star of Tomorrow and received the EE ACTA Award for Best Emerging Artist presented by Arts Council England. Muggeridge, who also co wrote the screenplay, reunites with the production company after earlier collaborations on Aguska alongside Simon Callow and A Swiped Illusion, which she directed.

Direction and production are led by Tristan Loraine, continuing the company’s focus on socially driven storytelling. Founded in 2006, Fact Not Fiction Films has developed a reputation for issue based filmmaking, with previous projects examining dementia, mental health and identity theft. Its recent feature documentaries premiered at the Raindance Film Festival in 2025 to positive critical response.

The short film now moves towards festival submissions worldwide as part of a broader campaign promoting mobile phone safety.

The Scotland Card Show will return to Glasgow’s Scottish Event Campus on 13 and 14 June 2026. The event, which began in 2022 with just 300 attendees, is now expected to draw around 10,000 collectors.

The show has received multiple awards, including the Scottish Event Awards, UK Start-Up Awards, and the International Business Excellence Awards. Local independent trading card shops, including Edinburgh’s Poke Cards, Perth’s Out of this Galaxy, and Stonehouse’s Pcommando Cards, are supporting the event.

The 2026 programme features a mix of trading card and sports memorabilia activities. Pokémon voice actors Emily Bauer and Eli James will appear in Glasgow for the first time, alongside international illustrator Rianti Hidayat and Glasgow-based sketch artist Jamison Murdock. Former Scotland and Celtic captain Charlie Mulgrew will host a signing session on Saturday 13 June.

Attendees can also take part in workshops, live streaming of card “box breaks,” and interactive experiences supported by major industry brands including eBay, Topps, and Asmodee.

The Scotland Card Show is Europe’s leading trading card and collectibles event, offering a family-friendly environment with vendors, interactive activities, and a wide range of rare and exclusive items. For more information and ticket bookings, visit the official website.

I Ain’t No Herb Jackson Studios has announced the launch of Ain’t No Herb TV, a new Roku Channel and streaming app dedicated entirely to independently made films from around the world. Set to debut in 2026, the platform reflects years of careful planning by founder and producer Herb Jackson, who personally selected short films, documentaries, and features with respect for each project’s original vision.

Jackson’s motivation came from firsthand experience on the festival circuit, where many strong films struggle to find viewers once festivals end. He set out to create a permanent space where these projects could continue to be seen, with special attention given to short films that rarely receive sustained exposure.

Ain’t No Herb TV will add films on a rolling basis, allowing viewers to revisit favourites while discovering new work at any time. The channel will be free to watch on Roku and will also be available as an app through the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, and Amazon Fire TV. Programming will run twenty four seven, rotating titles regularly as the library grows.

Among the first films featured is Aguska, a short film executive produced by Jackson. The story follows a young British girl who faces bullying on a football pitch and finds strength through family and teamwork, ultimately bringing her team together.

The channel officially launches for Roku users and app platforms on February 15th. Jackson hopes the service becomes a trusted destination for independent shorts and a practical support system for filmmakers navigating a crowded industry.

Behind the platform is I Ain’t No Herb Jackson Studios, a production company that partners with filmmakers to expand their reach. The studio offers guidance on festival submissions, social media strategy, and press visibility, all with the aim of helping independent films connect with a broader audience.