Catalogue Wars - New Stills

Catalogue Wars still in post-production, but not for long, a release date will be posted soon. Check out the new stills from the short film.

My Brother The Homophobe

A big thank you to everyone involved with this production. "My Brother The Homophobe" is now available to view online on...

YouTube, Vimeo & www.2bee.co.uk

My Brother The Homophobe - Coming Out Soon

Back in the fall of 2013, my good friend George Mills approached me with an idea for film that he wanted to see online. After surprising me with it's comedic content I immediately said yes to helping take the idea from script to screen.

The synopsis:

Meet Darren and his twin brother James. Darren has a rare psychological social disorder which affects 1 in every 900,00 people. We follow Darren closely and learn the difficulties he faces being a "Clinical Homophobe".

We started filming this short film in December 2013 with the help of Jacob Booth. With lots to do it was a fun time on set, taking three days to shoot. This film features the talent of Ed Browning, a big thank you for his time and energy on set. A big thank you also to Chris Lever for his audio and music, making this film sound amazing.

The film will be online at 19:00 GMT on Saturday the 19th of April on YouTube and Vimeo.

A Busy 2 Bee

It's about time I posted an update. A lot has been going on. Since the completion of my last short film "Scabs" back in August 2013, I have started work as a media technician at a school in Bath Spa. I was not working on any films, then suddenly when December 2013 hit, I find myself involved in three short film projects, good times.

"Ticketer". This light-hearted romantic comedy follows middle aged traffic warden John, who takes on young cocky apprentice, Kris. At the end of last year I was asked very kindly by Kris Smith, Martin Ballantyne and John Atkins to edit this short film. It's going well, had to employ some clever creative thinking to edit this film together. This is the first time I've worked exclusively as an editor. Previous times have been cutting together dailies I was present for, and for this reason I get a big buzz of creative energy.

Ticketer Facebook Page

Ticketer IMDB Page

"My Brother The Homophobe". A mockumentary written by George Mills, looks at the profile of Darren and his unusual condition, clinical homophobia. The comedy is very tongue in cheek and I wonder in anticipation on how it will be received by audiences, only time will tell. Recently started editing this after production wrapped in December 2013. Once post-production has finished it will be free to view online. Will be posting a release date soon.

"Catalogue Wars". It was never my intention to co-produce a lot of mockumentaries, but I see a pattern forming. It doesn't surprise me, mockumentary is a popular genre for online short films, producing comedic creativity at a low budget. Written by Eddie Brown, this film looks at catalogue retail hooliganism, following a group of violent misfits supporting Argos. Production recently wrapped, and will move into post production next week.

Benjamin Harding: Filmmaker Showreel 2013

Scabs

I teamed up with writer and comedian Eddie Brown back in February to help bring his character, middle aged punk 'Scabs' to the screen. Two days to film and a couple of months worth of evenings and weekends to create the entire edit. Please watch and enjoy.



Scabs (Short Film) (2013) from Benjamin Harding on Vimeo.

I'M STILL HERE - Official Trailer

My good friend Kris Smith has just released this trailer for his debut feature film 'I'm Still Here'. Very excited to see the screening at The Forum in Norwich on the 7th of September.

I'm Still Here - Facebook Page

Pola & Bombel

A big thank you to Darryl John Hannan for his input and precious time into creating the music for this video.



Pola & Bombel from Benjamin Harding on Vimeo.

Please check out Darryl John Hannan and his musical score work.

+DJH Composer

@DJHCOMPOSER

facebook.com/DJHComposer

Activity Update

Four projects currently in the works, this is where they all currently stand.


Tomorrow sees the first production day of 'Scabs' mockumentary. The last day will be Sunday May 5th. Lots to do, will be filming all over Bath Spa, filming in beautiful locations such as Bath Crescent and Sydney Gardens. Last day of production will see the team take to the streets with the character of Scabs gathering vox pops.


Forum Bath is now starting to grow. First of the vox pops are now online at the new official Forum Bath Youtube Channel. There is also now a Twitter profile. Filming a live discussion event at Green Park Station, Bath on Saturday 11th of May.

http://forumbath.wordpress.com

http://www.youtube.com/forumbathchannel

https://twitter.com/ForumBath


Really enjoying my time with Reel People Films. Production this time took place on Bristol Suspension Bridge, two night shoots, 19th & 20th April. Also started work as Editing Assistant. Cannot wait to start on the next production dates. Please check out the Indiegogo page for the feature film "One".

http://www.indiegogo.com/projects/one


Really excited to get stuck back into creative video production with the creation of a music video for the Irish band "Derry" and their single "About You". One day shoot on 12th May.
Please check out the band's Facebook page.

https://www.facebook.com/derrytheband

Krupa Production At MTM Awards 2012

 New video I produced with dancer Krupa Patel.

Current Activity Update

One: The Movie
Excited to be on the camera crew team for the feature film production 'One: The Movie'. Filming starts 22nd of March and continues through until end of August 2013.

Scabs
Working with comedian/writer Eddie Brown on his mockumentary pilot 'Scabs'. The pilot introduces Scabs, a middle aged punk with a deluded mission to bring exposure to a non-exsistent and out of date punk movement in Bath Spa. Screen tests complete, filming commences soon.

The Murmur
Behind the scenes footage of two improv workshops and audition processes for stage production 'The Murmur' now archived. Writing continues while I work on other projects.

Victor & The Lamb
2 Bee Productions, my a.k.a is producing the short film production 'Victor & The Lamb'. A phycological sci-fi following introverted teenager Darren's love story with punk activist anarchist Kelly. At the same time Darren is presented with two conflicting realities and has to make life changing choices through the chaos that ensues. Crowd funding campaign commences soon. Filming starts May 18th 2013.

New Political Project
Will be creating video content for a new website. The intention, to get the younger and older generation of Somerset into the same room through live events, website/blog, online videos and social media. This will be a non-biased and current political affairs open platform that discusses what proactive changes could be made within the government for a better future.

Blog posts and updates for each activity and project coming soon.

Krupa & KDS Entertainment

For the past couple of months I've been helping Krupa Patel, an actress, dancer and all round performer with many talents, create a montage video of her work. It is now online at Youtube. Check out her online profile.

Krupa Dancer Actor Facebook Page

Twitter: iKrupa

Krupa Dancer Actor Youtube Page

BFF 2012 - Manborg

This film is hilariously entertaining, bad taste at it's best. It's very obvious that the director's taste in bad 80s action cliches is evident in this film, and it doesn't take itself seriously. This mixed with a dry humour, makes this film a must see. For what it's designed to be, the special visual effects and make-up effects are amazingly creative. I recommend viewing this film for sure.

www.manborg.com

BFF 2012 - Ghosts With Shit Jobs

Ghosts with Shit Jobs Trailer June 2011 from Tate Young on Vimeo.


This film is as amazing as it's title. Created on a budget of only $5000, this film is a great example of unique creativity and thinking outside the box. It's minimalist sound design does a great job of creating a humorous dystopian future. If you get the chance to see it, it's worth a look.

www.ghostswithshitjobs.com

Damage

My good friend Kris Smith has produced and directed an excellent short film entitled 'Damage', a love triangle story set in 1965 between a photographer, his vulnerable model and her hard working fiancé. I witnessed a couple of days of the production process, and saw the enormous amount of hard work Kris and the cast & crew put in to make this film possible. Was very impressed watching the film at the premiere screening in Norwich. Well done Kris.
Also includes at the beginning a title sequence/trailer for his new upcoming film 'I'm Still Here'.




Please watch the film and rate it on IMDB.

'Damage' on IMDB

TEDx Youth @ Bath

Attended the TEDx talk at Komedia today and witnessed some very inspirational keynote speakers, and learned a lot. After today, I'm inspired to take control and shape my future. I've already started writing a new short live action film, but after today, I have definitely decided to see that I produce the film and get it into film festivals. All I got to do now is find other filmmakers interested in collaborating with me in Bath, Somerset and purchase sound recording equipment. Excited about starting another film production.





www.tedxyouthbath.com

BFF 2012 - Keyhole

I don't know where to start. Well watching this film, I was never bored and my attention never drifted from the film or the story. I would use the marmite metaphor for describing this film, when you see it you'll either love it or hate it. It was easy to follow the core of the story, and the simplicity of characters with goals. However it was difficult to pin down the structure and aesthetics of 'Keyhole's world and characters. But I did enjoy the visuals of this film. I would describe it as a psychedelic noir, about family, love and ghosts. Not for everyone but I really enjoyed it.


www.keyholemovie.com

BFF 2012 - Flying Blind

Saw 'Flying Blind' last night. A very moving and thought provoking Drama with a good amount of tension and a satisfying conclusion, a very good film.

www.ifeatures2.co.uk/flying-blind

BFF 2012 - Up There

Up There

Just seen 'Up There', an entertaining dark comedy. If you have a sense of humour about death, then this is a film that's worth a view. Also got the chance to ask actor Burn Gorman a question about the production process during the video Q&A, which was awesome.

www.uptherethemovie.com

BFF 2012 - 8 Minutes Idle

Saw my first film of the 2012 Bath Film Festival last night, 8 Minutes Idle. A very funny and entertaining comedy. If you get the chance to see it, I definitely recommend watching it.

www.ifeatures2.co.uk/eight-minutes-idle