The Work
The Talent
An accomplished and awarded Director and DP, Los Angeles based Mike Miller is passionate about his craft.
Mike loves to make beautiful images. He sees the DP’s role as an extension of the director and a vital part of the process of bringing a script to life.
This informs his work as a director and he understands the role all the parts play in the storytelling.
Mike’s commercials can best be described as mini-movies.
From subtle humor to drama and action, with his many years of experience and a great feel for casting, Mike is a Director/DP able to deliver a rare combination of beautiful images, visual storytelling and great performances.
His list of major international clients includes Citibank, Avis, Ford, Qantas, United Airlines, Sony, Philips, Epson, Norwich Union and The Los Angeles Times, as well as pro-bono work for The Salvation Army and Amnesty International.
Mike’s work has consistently won awards at a long list of the world’s major award shows, including a Gold Lion at The Cannes Film Festival, Silver World Medals at The New York Festivals, Gold at The Australian Cinematographers Society (NSW) and ‘Official Selection’ at The Sundance Film Festival.
The Awards
Major recent awards and acknowledgements include:
2018 STAGE32 TV WRITING CONTEST: Quarter Finalist;
2018 SCREENCRAFT FEATURE SCREENPLAY CONTEST/DRAMA: Quarter Finalist;
2015 CIRCUS ROAD SCREENPLAY CONTEST: Semi-Finalist;
2015 SCREENCRAFT SCREENWRITING FELLOWSHIP: Quarter Finalist;
2015 BIG BREAK SCREENPLAY CONTEST: Quarter Finalist;
2014 8TH STORYPROS INTERNATIONAL SCREENPLAY CONTEST:
Winner Best Screenplay (Drama), Winner GRAND PRIZE Best Screenplay;
2014 CIRCUS ROAD SCREENPLAY CONTEST: Semi-Finalist;
2013 EMERGING SCREENWRITERS SCREENPLAY COMPETITION: Finalist;
2013 FRESH VOICES SCREENPLAY COMPETITION: Finalist Best Feature Screenplay,
Finalist Best Role Written for a Woman, Finalist Best Screen Chemistry;
2013 NEW YORK INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL-LA: Winner Best Screenplay;
2013 ST TROPEZ INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL: Winner Best Screenplay/Drama;
2013 SUNSET FILM FESTIVAL LOS ANGELES: Winner Best Screenplay;
2013 SUNDANCE TRM SCREENPLAY COMPETITION: Hon. Mention;
2013 BEVERLY HILLS SCREENPLAY COMPETITION: Finalist;
2008 ANVIL AWARDS: Winner Television Best of Category and Winner Best of Show;
2008 FILM INDEPENDENT FELLOW- Producer;
2007 FILM INDEPENDENT FELLOW- Screenwriter;
2005 SLAMDANCE SCREENPLAY: Semi-Finalist;
2000 NEW YORK FESTIVALS: Finalist Best Cinematography;
1998 AWARD (Australian Writers and Art Directors): Finalist Best Director,
Finalist Best Cinematography;
1998 SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL: Official Selection;
1998 AUSTRALIAN CINEMATOGRAPHERS SOCIETY (NSW):Winner Gold;
1997 NEW YORK FESTIVALS: Winner Silver World Medal;
1997 CANNES FILM FESTIVAL: Finalist;
1997 SINGAPORE CREATIVE CIRCLE: Commendation Best Director,
Commendation Best Cinematography;
1996 SINGAPORE CREATIVE CIRCLE: Winner Bronze Award Trophy;
1996 SINGAPORE CREATIVE CIRCLE: Commendation Best TV;
1995 LONDON INTERNATIONAL AWARDS: Finalist;
1992 CANNES FILM FESTIVAL: Finalist.
The KUDOS
Mike is a joy to work with. Fun, collaborative and responsible, he has great taste and combines creativity with strategic understanding.
— Richard Butt ~ EVP Executive Creative Director, Young & Rubicam New York, Web ClientMike Miller is without a doubt the finest, multi-talented Director/DP I've ever had the honor to work with. Like all the great ones, he's passionate about his craft and never settles for second best.
— Mike Robertson ~ Executive Creative Director, Bates World Wide New YorkMike Miller is a true partner who will help you realize your vision. First he listens. Then after having understood your perspective, sharpens and adds until your good idea becomes even better. Combining outstanding talent with an obsession for perfection, Mike never fails to deliver.
— Patrick Low ~ Executive Creative Director, Dentsu Young & RubicamMaybe it's because of his agency creative background, maybe it's because of his passion and commitment, maybe it's because of his unique sense of style, but one thing is for certain, when you do a job with Mike Miller, you won't be disappointed. Enjoy.
— Gary Horner ~ Executive Creative Director, Whybin/TBWA Sydney, Web ClientMike stands alone among all the filmmakers I have worked with in over 20 years. It would be inadequate to just call him a director. He is an expert on the entire process of filmmaking. Whether on the set or in the editing room, he knows exactly what he wants and can get it done without losing his good humor.
— Vinod Nair ~ Managing Director, Network Advertising MumbaiMike was a pleasure to work with. Great director, easy to collaborate with.
— Marcella Coad ~ Art Director, Karo Group Calgary, Web ClientMike is an incredibly patient, calm and focused film director.
— Aarti Gupta ~ Script Supervisor, MumbaiMike is highly creative, understands actors and produces very sophisticated and classy work. The beauty he sees in his mind he translates to the screen.
— Susie Maizels ~ Casting Director, MaizelsThe Promise
Los Angeles based Mike Miller is a freelance Director/DP available to work anywhere in the world you happen to be or where you’d like to shoot.
With his many years of experience and professionalism Mike brings outstanding creativity and talent to every project he undertakes.
Before starting a shoot Mike plans meticulously with detailed storyboards and workshops during pre-production. By the end of it, the goal post is clear to everyone.
Mike believes this process delivers more to your production in a relaxed, enjoyable and productive atmosphere.
As Mike says, “Being totally buttoned up gives you more freedom on the day to find the magic.”
It also helps guarantee success for your film.
Contact
LOS ANGELES:
Silverlining Films US, Inc
MBS Media Campus
1600 Rosecrans Ave, Suite 400
Manhattan Beach CA 90266 USA
T: +1 (310) 321 7850
Cell: +1 (310) 980 9524
F: +1 (310) 321 7810
E: Mike@silverlining.net
