Vijay D. Varu
Credits
Year | Job Title Project Type |
Project Name Director / Company |
Location |
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2019 |
Director/Producer/Story By
Film |
Downward Seb Scene 97 & Colour Me In Productions |
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2016 |
Writer/Director
Film |
833 Scene 97 |
Education
Year | Qualification | Where |
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2003 | BA (Hons) Film & TV Production | University of Westminster |
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About me
Creative storytelling through the medium of film has always fascinated me; how filmmakers take audiences on a journey through the stories and worlds they create.The process of bringing stories alive for the screen is one of the many things that I enjoy as a Director, Writer & Producer.
I’m an alumni of BAFTA Crew & BFI Network X and the founder of the film production company 'Scene 97’.
My debut short film ‘833' was well received on the festival circuit, collecting awards and securing distribution deals with Shorts International and Gaia.
-Winner - London Independent Film Festival - Best UK Short Film (2018)
-Winner - SBE’s Hamilton (New York) International Film Festival - Adam ‘The Hammer’ Heck - Strong As Heck - Inspirational Filmmaker Award (2017)
-Winner - San Jose International Short Film Festival - Audience Choice Award (2016)
-Winner - Accolade Film Competition - Merit Award (2016)
-Finalist - Stage 32 Film Competition (2016)
-Nominated - Best Comedy - Portsmouth International Film Festival (2016)
-Official Selection - London International Short Film Festival (2016)
-Official Selection - Walnut Creek International Short Film Festival (2017)
-Official Selection - Middlebury New Filmmakers International Film Festival (2017)
-Official Selection - New Filmmakers LA (sponsored by the likes of DreamWorks) (2017)
I’m British born and from Indian descent. I was brought up in London, where I was able to take the opportunity to explore a vast array of diverse cultures and enrich my knowledge of life stories.
A graduate in BA(Hons) Film & Television Production from the University of Westminster, where I further developed my filmmaking knowledge and skills.
I’m currently developing more projects under ‘Scene 97’ and the mission statement for the company is: "We are a production company that strives to produce great stories through the medium of film, while placing audience experience at the heart of what we do.”
Referees:
Upon Request
Additional information:
BAFTA Crew & BFI Network X Alumni
License & Passport
Passport: | Yes |
Driver's License: | Yes |
Skills
Secondary Job Title | Producer |
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Job Titles | Writer, Director, Producer |
Years in industry | 6+ years |