Category Archives: films

Screenwriting 101 Course at u3a Ballina

After enjoying presenting Film Making 101 three years ago at the u3a in Milton Ulladulla, I’m going to present a similar course on script writing at the local Ballina u3a. Given that films can be made and distributed so cheaply … Continue reading

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A recent Short Film I Directed

This was another production of the Milton Ulladulla Videography Club, and as usual, was great fun to be part of. It’s based on a true story, which is nice. I’ve always been a hopeless romantic! Well, hopeful … Wallet Of … Continue reading

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A Lazy Man’s One Minute Comedy

I was feeling lazy, so I didn’t shoot any video for this short comedy. Sure, there’s some dialogue, but … well, see for yourself. And yes, there are moving pictures! By the way, was the Jonny Depp reference too obvious? … Continue reading

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I Just Won my first Film Award

I had a blast writing and acting in this short comedy! It’s a bit naughty (blame the writer) but won’t corrupt youngsters if they do catch a glimpse. It was a joint winner of the People’s Choice award at the … Continue reading

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A Lead Role in a Short Film

I’ve recently played a middle aged gent whose wife is trying to spice up their love life. It was shot in Byron Bay, and I really enjoyed it! Don’t worry, it’s G rated. I’d love to hear what you think! … Continue reading

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Judgement Date didn’t get funded in Kickstarter

What a shame. I was really looking forward to making the trailer, and then using that to attract interest to make the full feature film. I suspect that my tribe just wasn’t big enough for the job. Even though I … Continue reading

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A Draft Movie Poster

It’s not the final product, but it’s a start …  

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My Kickstarter Campaign just went Live

After lots of work, it’s finally gone live. Please click on the image below for details:   There’s a comprehensive plan of action there, so it’s a bit like an online business plan. Please share it with your social network, and … Continue reading

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Casting Couch in Post Production

My short script Casting Couch has recently been filmed, and is now in post. It’s not going to set the world on fire, but it’s an amusing little riff on a common cliché within Hollywood. I’m really looking forward to seeing the … Continue reading

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A Tale of three Trailers

After getting some interesting feedback for the trailer I wrote for Judgement Date, I’ve now written three, each in a different style: Witness Trailer Mystery Trailer Clarity Trailer They’re all 3 pages long, and will take under 5 minutes each … Continue reading

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