Preview by Jon Donnis
Powerful and uncompromising, Trapped tells the story of Raye, a woman caught in an abusive relationship, fighting for freedom and survival. The film follows her desperate struggle to escape, while laying bare the far-reaching damage caused by violence and control. Premiering at Genesis Cinema in London on 8 November 2025, Trapped will be available to rent or buy from Amazon Prime, Google Play, and iTunes from 17 November 2025.
The film boasts a striking ensemble cast led by Gina Jones, joined by Shane McCormick, Craig Fairbrass, Geoff Bell, Simon Manyonda, Eddie Webber, Josh Witcher, Calum MacNab, Lottie Lewis, Kadeem Ramsay, Miguella Charley, Aimée Hills, Karen Seacombe, Byron Gibson, Tom Gordon, Tom Padley, and James Hicks. The film is directed by Roland Manookian, best known for Castle in the Sky and Eastenders.
Behind the scenes, Trapped marks a key collaboration between Shane McCormick's new company, Move Mountains Production, and actor, writer, and producer Josh Witcher. The screenplay, penned by Manookian, expands on an original story by Witcher.
Echoing the emotional depth and realism of Gary Oldman's Nil by Mouth, Trapped explores the corrosive effects of domestic abuse and the toll it takes on everyone caught within its orbit. It's a grounded, character-driven drama that looks set to challenge, unsettle, and move audiences in equal measure.
Trapped premieres 8 November at Genesis Cinema, London, before its digital release on 17 November 2025.
