When I’m directing, I focus on one thing — getting the best version of the idea on screen. In a world of fast, forgettable social content, I’m interested in well-crafted films built around concepts strong enough to hold it all together.
Seven series in and the contestants are just as punchy. To showcase their vitriol in all its glory, we shot in slow motion at a villa with a pool. Blows were traded. Tears were shed. Dildos were launched.
Director: James Debenham
Audio: Jack Rowley
Dur: 40″
To mark ten years of Geordie Shore, MTV reunited some familiar faces for a one-off special. We wrote them a short comedy skit. Gaz and Charlotte did the rest.
Copywriters: James Debenham / Jody Malam
Director: James Debenham
Dur: 45″
A trailer for Making a Killing, the much lauded, short film of mine that traveled the world winning hearts and minds. Just in case you can’t spare twelve minutes, we’ve condensed it into forty-five seconds.
Creative: James Debenham
Editor: Malena Echevarria
Dur: 45″
WINNER — Audience Award — Iron Mule Fest 2020
Making a Killing stars Adrian Scarborough (Gavin and Stacey) and Tiffany Stevenson (People Just Do Nothing) in a darkly comic short about one lovelorn homeowner determined to check out, and one cheery handyman who keeps accidentally foiling his plans–one botched repair job at a time.
Winner of the Audience Award at the Iron Mule Comedy Film Festival 2020, Making a Killing went on to screen for audiences around the world.
Director: James Debenham
Writers: Andy McCormick / Richard Webb
Producer: Rosie Wells