Film & Branded Content
Istoria - Official Trailer
'Istoria' is a feature documentary following the journey of Elias, his son and grandson as they return to Greece for the last time to explore Elias troubled past from the Greek Civil War. Since Elias diagnosis of Alzheimer's this reconnection to the village and the past could ultimately end in reconciliation or tragedy for Elias.
Produced, Written and directed by David Ockenden
Winner - London Greek Film Festival 2017
Winner - Hollywood International Independent Documentary Awards 2016
Official Selection - Toronto World International FF 2016
Official Selection - Irvine Internation FF 2016
Official Selection - Richmond IFF 2016
Official Selection - Thessaloniki IFF 2016
Weather Channel NY 'The Amazing Escape'
This is one episode of a series called 'Grid Breakers' which was co-produced for the Weather Channel in the US. This episode tells the story of Chris and Sonya Brown, who had an amazing escape during a cave collapse on the Nullarbor Plain, South Australia.
Production: The Weather Channel - Nat Geo
Aust Producer/ Director: David Ockenden
Jacobs Creek - Open Up Andre Agassi
This is one of seven branded content pieces featuring Andre Agassi, produced, content directed and post-produced for Melbourne agency CumminsRoss. The series was developed to promote the ‘Open Up’ Jacobs Creek campaign.
The series screened live at the Australian Open 2012, Wimbledon 2012, globally on ESPN Asia and on domestic QANTAS inflight entertainment.
Accolades include a Bronze Lion – Cannes and a Silver Pencil – One Show Entertainment Awards.
Production: Proetic Productions
Producer/ Director: David Ockenden
Agency: CumminsRoss
Creative Director: Steve Callen
The Other Brother - Short Film
This 40minute short was written and directed with no financials attached. It was an opportunity to focus on some dark drama.
'Matthew shares a strong bond with his younger brother Andrew. He is devoted to protecting him. In an attempt to save face in front of two neighbourhood girls, Matthew makes a regrettable decision to send Andrew home from the local park alone.
This short walk is long enough for a kidnapper to change the lives of everyone involved in the most unforeseeable way.'
Producer: Matt Pearson
Writer/ Director: David Ockenden
SA Produce Markets 25th Anniversary Film
This corporate documentary film was produced and directed to celebrate 25 years operation at the new Adelaide Produce Markets.
The combined stories from some of the founding members of the new market reflect on the history of the markets in SA and the success story it has become.
Production: Proetic Productions
Producer/ Director: David Ockenden