Schemers is a 2019 Scottish film written by Dave McLean & Kyle Titterton, based on Dave's early life in Dundee, prior to becoming the manager of Placebo.

[1] In 1979 Dundee, Davie sets out to become a gig promoter.

His ambition is threatened by a run-in with a local gangster who owns all the venues.

To succeed he must pull off an Iron Maiden gig.

On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has a 41% approval rating, based on 17 reviews.