Video
Production
The quality of production can make or break a project. I love the craft behind camera work, lighting and audio, all contributing to an experience of visual storytelling. Film making to me is a way of immersing an audience into something that is thoughtful and intentional.
This short documentary gives a closer look into the world of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu through one of Melbourne’s prominent academies. It explores not just the physical side of the sport, but also the philosophy, discipline and sense of community. I was inspired to make this piece after having trained there for a couple of years myself and wanted to capture the energy, respect and personal growth that define the culture of BJJ. Aside from an additional camera for some of the action shots, this was a solo project from start to finish which put my technical skills and storytelling abilities to the test.
Collaborator:
Dale Armstrong
I took a lot on for this project, working as Co-Producer, Co-Director and DP gave me the opportunity to take a very hands-on role in both the creative and production sides of filmmaking. The plot is as follows:
In a dystopian city, protagonist, Ivy, is stuck in a mundane and repetitive lifestyle confined within the concrete jungle. Desperate to break free, she turns to a mysterious substance that promises escape but instead becomes her cage. As the film unfolds, Ivy drifts between moments of euphoria and disorientation, caught in the cycle of addiction and withdrawal. The story comes full circle, ending where it began, mirroring her endless loop and the false sense of freedom that keeps her trapped.
My production roles:
Co-Producer, Co-Director, Director of Photography, Editor, Gaffer
Collaborators:
Lachlan Gordon, Regon Foong, Mae Ratcliffe, Charlotte Holland, Dale Armstrong