Support independent film and help fund the production cost of this gritty, emotional and inspiring true story of faith based on the life story of Jay Millar.

Watch below to discover the real heart wrenching story and vision!

MADDOGS is an indie narrative feature film set in the heart of Belfast, Northern Ireland, following the turbulent true life of Jason (Jay) Millar. It’s a raw, emotional journey about loss, addiction, redemption, and ultimately, hope.

Jason (Jay) releasing his book, Jason & Wayne before the accident

The Story

Jason’s childhood is marked by hardship—raised in foster care, he takes care of his younger brother Wayne, who tragically dies during their attempted escape from a children’s home. Lost and without purpose, Jason joins the army, where he finds solace in cutting hair, but after leaving, his struggle with addiction takes hold. At the height of his success as a barber, his cocaine addiction destroys everything. Homeless, broken, and spiraling, a chance encounter challenges Jason to rethink his life. His journey of redemption begins when he discovers faith, fights his addiction, and finds a new purpose—giving back to his community through his barbering skills.

Where Your Support Goes

This project is entirely independent, and I need your help to bring it to life. With the funds we raise, I will:

✅ Finalise script development

✅ Begin pre-production (casting, location scouting, production design)

✅ Production (filming, paying cast & crew, food)

✅ Post-production (editing, colour grading

Every contribution—big or small—helps make this vision a reality. Whether you can donate or simply share this campaign, your support means the world!

Find out more at: www.joshlynas.com/maddog