Harry Matthews Leads British Drama A Measure of Dignity | Filming March 2027

Harry Matthews has been announced in the lead role of Ali Cole in A Measure of Dignity, an independent British feature film adapted from Matt Walker’s published novel. Principal photography is scheduled to begin Monday 8 March 2027, with filming planned across Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Hull.

Produced and co-directed by Matt Walker and Leton Tarafdar, the film follows Ali, a former professional boxer and nightclub doorman struggling to rebuild his relationship with his young daughter Emily. Financial pressure and the dangerous world of underground boxing put that future at risk. The story explores family breakdown, grief, coercive control, fatherhood and redemption.

CONFIRMED CAST
Harry Matthews — Ali Cole
Chris Sheen — John Dobbs
Joe Egan — Maguire
Rob Firth — Frank Cole
James Loughnane — Russ Holt
Paul Preston — Rob Haines
Richard Crichton — Benno
Billy Herring — Rash
James Ballard — Rick
Brian Woodward — Bob
Chris Twist — Promoter
Leton Tarafdar — Detective Mercer
Matt Walker — Old Mick

Additional casting announcements will follow as preparations progress. Northline Pictures plans to work with regional locations, businesses and creative talent alongside experienced cast and crew.