I recently shot and directed this series of short films for North Lanarkshire Council to use on social media highlighting the risk of fire in the home. Produced and edited by Charlie Francis.
In November 2016 I was approached by musician and composer Francis Macdonald to film the recording of his classical album ‘Hamilton Mausoleum Suite’. The album was to be recorded inside Hamilton Mausoleum, which has one of the longest echoes of any man-made building in the world.
I cannot accurately describe the warmth and richness of the sound in that space as it encapsulated us during recording. It’s something which must be experienced first hand. I feel incredibly privileged to have done so.
Producer – Francis Macdonald Director – Charlie Francis Cinematographer – Mark Boggis Aerial Photography – Andy Lenihan Composer – Francis Macdonald Musicians – John Davidson, Sharron Griffiths, Emma Peebles, Justine Watts, Stewart Webster Sound Engineer – Iain Hutchison Editor – Charlie Francis Visual Effects – Stewart Macpherson
Thanks to Linda Barrat and her staff at Hamilton Low Parks Museum.
In early 2016 I shot ‘Miriam’ with award winning director Luke Aherne.
When Miriam returns to work in the justice system no one really notices and only her old friend Jenny, seems to care. Miriam is back looking for revenge and there is one person in particular she wants to see…
‘Miriam’ premiered at the Glasgow Film Theatre on the 11th September 2016.
Produced by Ego No More Productions Writer and Director – Luke Aherne Director of Photography – Mark Boggis
Miriam – Jemima Spence The Man – Kevin Miller Jenny – Jane Stenson Defence QC – Simon Weir Procurator Fiscal – Atta Yaqub Laughing Man – Martin Burns Crying Boy – Andrew Coleman Prosecutor – Lianne Robertson Sheriff – Alan Cuthbert Judge – Ray Crofter Clerk – Stuart Francis Watson Foreman – Richard Glenton Jury – Peter Adams, Rosie Bell, Ross Watson and Ewan Donald Stenographer – Mandy Bhairi Firemen – David Friel and Alexander Gunn Policemen – Gareth McInally and Alexander Gunn
1st Assistant Director – Ray Paterson 1st Camera Assistant – Alan McLean 2nd Camera Assistant – Jim Lang Sound Design – David McKeitch Editing and Visual Effects – Jim Lang SFX provided by Hands On Productions SFX Supervisor – Perry Costello SFX Assistant – Max Costello Location and Props Manager – PJ Barnard Hair & Makeup – Jo McAuliffe and Pamela McWilliam Production Assistants – Mandy Bhairi and Alex McDonald Runner – Peter Adams Stills Photography – Ewan Donald and Chris Quick Health and Safety Supervisor – Stevie J Douglas Catering – Remember This Vegan Food Music – Scanners Film and Poster Design – John Lynch
With special thanks to – Dunbarton Sherriff’s Court, Glenside Farm, Govan Old Parish Church, Steamie Cafe and Neil MacMillan, Saratoga Trunk, Alan Stapely, Alan Campbell and Police Scotland & Scottish Fire and Rescue Services.
In April 2015 I shot ‘When a Man Loves a Woman’ with director Charlie Francis. The film was produced and supported by Earnest Hemingway Films, Falkirk Girl On Film, and Scottish Screenwriters. Post-production is now complete.
Writer / Co Producer – Katie White Director – Charlie Francis Assistant Director / Executive Producer – Mark Loftus Producer – Hans Lucas
Nick – Tommy Jay Brennan Amanda – Jemima Spence Chloe – Diane Brooks-Webster Voice On Telephone – Charlie Francis
Director Of Photography – Mark Boggis 1st Assistant Camera – Alan McLean 2nd Assistant Camera – Ross Kelly Sound Recordist – David McKeitch Sound Recordist (Pick Ups) – Jack Friskey Production Designer – Jo Brunwin Costumes, Hair & Make Up Designer – Sarah Michael Costumes, Hair & Make Up Assistant – Emma Leigh Porter Editor – Ben Cook Sound Designer – David McKeitch Original Music – Francis Macdonald Mixed At Pinewood Post Production Digital Image Correction – Stewart Macpherson Titles – Dan Potter Production Assistants – Colin Ross Smith, Liam Gaynor, Louise Lyon Still Photographer – Sonja Blietschau Craft Services – Christina Lang Aitken Props – Titan Props
In August I shot short body horror film ‘Split’ for director Andy Stewart of Shining Example Films.
Post-production is now complete and ‘Split’ is about to hit film festivals.
Starring Austin Hayden and Shian Denovan. In the tradition of “melt movies” such as ‘Street Trash’ and ‘The Incredible Melting Man’, ‘Split’ explores an extreme physical response to guilt that will turn one man’s life upside down.
