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FICTION
Express, 2024
Role: Editor
Software: Davinci Resolve
Desperate for a fresh start and in dire need of approval, young Leo, a beginner delivery driver, must decide whether to finally face his dangerous past or let it destroy the new life he is trying to build.
The Tongue Thief, 2024
Role: Editor & Colourist
Software: Davinci Resolve
Featuring Bridget McNamara as a grieving mother and Paul Southey as the priest who listens to her heart-breaking confession, The Tongue Thief is the story of how far a parent is prepared to go to reconcile the death of her daughter.
Coming soon.
Dive, 2024
Role: Editor & Colourist
Software: Davinci Resolve
Dive is a coming-of-age drama that follows Paula, a young competitive swimmer trying to reach the expectations of her father, while dealing with the loss of her mother. Tensions rise and Paula begins to question her passion for the sport. The story explores the complex relationship between a father and daughter and the pressures of chasing success.
Dive was nominated for best live action short film in the AFIN International Film Festival, and selected for the Lift-Off Filmmaker Sessions 2024, NZ Webfest 2024, & Top of the South Film Festival 2024.
Coming soon.
Tokorua Hei Kotahi, 2023
Role: Editor & Art Department
Software: Avid Media Composer
In the days following her grandmother's passing and preparing for the tangi, 12 year old Anahera’s grief externalises as a mirror version of herself which becomes more prevalent as she disconnects with her mixed cultural identity.
Tokorua Hei Kotahi was a finalist in the Warner Bros. Best 22-24 Age Group category for the New Zealand Youth Film Festival, was in the official selection for the Wairoa Māori Film Festival and screened at the Kiriata Māori Showcase.
Coming soon.
Butterfly, 2023
Role: Editor
Software: DaVinci Resolve
Butterfly is a short film following a dancer's journey to success, and then her sudden downfall when she gets injured. The film is narrated by her grandparents, and interweaves the story of her dancing career with her grandfather's experience as an artist.
Butterfly screened at the Aotearoa Poetry Film Festival 2023, the Third Culture Film Festival 2024, the All Shorts film festival 2024, and was a finalist in the New Zealand Independent Film Festival 2024.
Coming soon.
The Alphabet Mafia, Episode 1: You Need Friends, 2023
Role: Editor
Software: DaVinci Resolve
The Alphabet Mafia follows Benji, a young queer student encountering his first year at university. Benji has just moved away from his small hometown on the south island up to the capital city to begin his studies. After traumas of his past lead him to be closeted about his sexuality, this is a new opportunity to live the life free of judgment. So… what does he do when he comes up to wellington...? Goes straight back into the closet.
The Understudy, 2023
Role: Assistant Editor
Software: DaVinci Resolve
An aspiring actress has an audition at a prestigious downtown theatre, but underestimates the sacrifice she needs to make to get the role.
The Understudy had its world premiere at Screamfest 2022.
Finding the Lighthouse, 2021
Role: Editor, Colourist
Software: DaVinci Resolve
Two estranged sisters must overcome their differences while on a journey to spread their mother's ashes at a lighthouse, they once went to as kids.
Awards:
Best Student Short Film (gold), Best Student Director
(gold), Best LGBT Short (silver), Best Acting Duo (bronze), Best
Original Story (bronze) at the Independent Shorts Awards, April
2022. Best Indie LGBT Film at the Best Indie Film Awards 2022/23.
Best Cinematography at the Ithaca Short Film Festival 2022.
Bronze Award for Student Moving Image, Best Design Awards 2022.
Snare, 2020
Role: Assistant Editor
Software: DaVinci Resolve
Snare is a student-led short film following Simon, who begins to question his connection with his family and their intentions after feeling trapped within his own home. Through a non-linear structure and distinct visual style, Snare explores the effects of mental health and the impact it has on both the individual and their family.
Cheater vs Cheetah: Episode 1, 2020
Role: Director, Producer, Writer, DOP, Editor
Software: DaVinci Resolve
‘Cheater vs Cheetah’ is a fun web series which tackles the topic of climate change caused by unsustainable consumerism by using the simple narrative of a cheetah trying to escape the clasp of a corporate businessman.
Just Your Imagination, 2020
Role: Writer, Director, Producer, DOP, Editor
Software: DaVinci Resolve
Made as part of VF48 Hours Lockdown.
When she notices a strange figure lurking in her house, Bean must convince her dad before it’s too late...
Minute by Minute, 2019
Role: Sound Designer, Boom Operator, Camera Assistant, Editor
Software: Adobe Premiere Pro
Whitney meets an old friend, for the last time.
Dance With Me, 2019
Role: Director, Producer, Writer, DOP, Editor
Software: Adobe Premiere Pro
Dance With Me is a music video following a girl who makes an unconventional friend.
The Killing Moon, 2019
Role: Director, Producer, Writer, DOP, Editor
Software: Adobe Premiere Pro
The Killing Moon is a music video following a pair of star-crossed lovers, and their fatal end.
Pulp Fiction scene remake, 2019
Role: DOP, Editor
Software: Adobe Premiere Pro
Pulp Fiction apartment scene.
Merciless, 2018
Role: Director, Producer, Camera operator, Sound Recordist, Editor
Software: Adobe Premiere Pro
Grace gets her revenge and does some housecleaning.