Pride of Caldwell (in production) - 2011/2012 NZ 12m
Darryl Kitchen is a third generation police officer in the small town of Caldwell, New Zealand. The people of Caldwell adore Darryl because like his father and grandfather before him, he keeps his community safe. But with the lure of a big city detective job on offer, Darryl must decide if he wants to leave the safety of Caldwell and the people who love him behind in order to pursue his dreams.
Lily White - 2011 NZ 9m 30s
Festivals: Official Selection: Santa Fe Independent Film Festival 2011, World Kids Film Festival Road Show 2011, World Kids Film Festival 2012, Bodega Bay Short Film Festival 2011(Premiere), Palm Springs Film Market 2011
Twelve-year old Lily White’s world is full of beautiful things. She has a loving father, caring friends, and a life in a peaceful town surrounded by all of the best nature has to offer. Sadly though, Lily is going to die soon. Affected from birth by a series of medical complications, growing up has not been easy for Lily. But she is a special girl and has never complained, choosing instead to take a positive outlook on her short-lived life, a response that has made her a community favorite. Increasingly affected with the sadness of having to watch her father suffer, and as her body slowly weakens under the pressure from sickness, unexplainable events start to take place in Lily’s world. With a strength that belies her fragile exterior and gentle persona, Lily White floats through the final days of her life between reality and fantasy, hoping to help her father understand the time has come for her final journey.
Hoping For Larry - Feature (in development) 2012/2013
Hoping for Larry is a feature length screenplay in development with assistance of the New Zealand Film Commission and Nick Ward. Hoping for Larry is the story of Terry Cook, a 31 year old man who is struggling to get his life on track and fighting to get his dog “Larry“ back from his estranged wife Nicky. As Terry’s woes go from bad to worse, a new flame arrives in town for the summer which could change everything. Hoping For Larry is forecast for production in late 2012 and is a comedy in the vein of Judd Apatow and Richard Curtis,
“filmfestival” or “So you want to make a movie? Then shut up and make a movie!”
Festivals: Hamilton Fringe Festival 2011(Premiere)
filmfestival explores some of the key aspects to shooting your low budget film, what to look out for and expect from film festivals. with commentary for those involved in making independent films, discussions range from financing and budgeting to location and equipment, and the business of the story.
They No Longer Sleep Alone - 2009 NZ 46m
Festivals: Hamilton Fringe Festival 2009 (Premiere)
They No Longer Sleep Alone captures the story of one man, Howard, a musician, who has become trapped by the emotional and spiritual confusion of an unexpected break-up from his girlfriend. Choosing to escape from his grief with a combination of alcohol and drugs, Howard slips from reality into the depths of an imagined world populated by the distorted figures of his past and present life. He is forced to return to the real world through an overseas tour with his band, yet Howard continues to mask his internal pain with substance abuse and meaningless physical relationships, constantly battling with subconscious returns to the imagined world. With his soul desperately searching for new meaning, Howard has a chance meeting with Kelsey in an inner-city park. Kelsey's gentle nature captivates Howard and slowly he begins to rediscover the beauty and power of love and life, cherishing his newly found appreciation for the people around him.
Ultimately the tour comes to an end and Howard is forced to say goodbye to Kelsey, choosing his music career over love. Once back in his hometown however, Howard begins to regret his decision, falling back into a depression. At rock-bottom and with his life in disarray, Howard finally confronts his inner demons and banishes them from his life. With his mind and body now cleansed, Howard leaves his past life behind and returns to Kelsey, ready to let love decide his destiny.
Pictures of You - 2007 NZ 89m
Life should be easy for Jamie Baker. He has just turned eighteen, he is a star rugby player, he is finishing high school in a few months and the world is at his feet. The only problem is that Jamie's dream in life is far away from the sports fields of New Zealand and this is something his father and friends would never understand.
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