Philip Wright
Writing
Biography
Born in Liverpool, England, Philip James Wright is an animator, television storyliner, scriptwriter and producer known for his work in soap and continuing drama across the UK and Ireland. Wright studied animation at Edge Hill University, Lancashire, England, before completing an MA in television fiction writing at Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland. Since then, he has worked on numerous high profile productions and television series, such as Fair City, Eastenders, Hollyoaks, Doctors and River City.
Known For
Drama series about life on the wards of Holby City Hospital, following the highs and lows of the staff and patients.
Holby City
Set in the fictional Midlands town of Letherbridge, defined as being close to the city of Birmingham, this soap opera follows the staff and families of a doctor's surgery.
Doctors
The story follows fisherman Ed Collier, who is highly protective over his family, which includes wife Claire and daughter Abbie. However, when a rich young man by the name of Ryan Wilson starts to take an interest in his daughter, Ed feels her becoming increasingly distant and fears he may lose her for good.
The Catch
Rowan's life spirals when Finn is coerced into a botched drug deal by a local gang. With Finn's life on the line and a violent gang leader encroaching on her life, Rowan is faced with recouping the money that Finn lost.
Desperate Measures
Making Up is set in the late 1980s, framed within the gritty drag scene of London's east end. The short film stars BIFA award-winning Dave Johns, Jessica Ellerby and Carey Thring and follows Ted who is diagnosed with a hereditary illness. Ted must therefore reconcile with estranged daughter, Cassandra. However, being a celebrated drag queen, paired with the bitter feelings Cassandra harbours over their past, presents a larger obstacle for Ted to overcome.
Making Up
When Tariq’s older brother arrives from Egypt - the first time he’s seen him since he came to the UK and since his transition - he’s forced to confront his complicated feelings about family. Denise, his friend, a fellow trans refugee and teammate, shares her own story about friends and family. A film about the family we're born into and the families we make from our friends.
Who Am I Now
When Elliott lures the animalistic Jack to his apartment for a late night hook up, he unexpectedly unearths a dark emotional connection.