Riyad Barmania
Writing
Biography
I have made 3 feature films and one of them, Ashens and the Polybius Heist was the number 1 film in the UK digital charts for 2 weeks. It also has 100% rating on Rotten Tomatoes. When not directing feature films I also bring that same passion and creativity to commercial and branded work. I have years of experience working with the world's biggest brands and make truly innovative and engaging work. My favourite comments I receive from work from the brand's customers is, "This is how you do advertising!' I can take a project from concept to execution and understand what it takes to make it a success.
Known For
Ashens goes on a quest to find the legendary and elusive piece of electronic tech known only as the GameChild.
Ashens and the Quest for the Gamechild
An aspiring teen detective stumbles into her first real case, when investigating the mysterious new family in her neighborhood.
Elfie Hopkins: Cannibal Hunter
A group have signed up to a mysterious lottery with disturbingly high stakes, where their thirst for dominance blinds them to the risk they take.
Another Game
Turn Back is a folk horror film told in reverse, inspired by the East Anglian folk legend of Black Shuck, a ghostly black dog that roams the Fens.
Turn Back
A well-to-do couple goes to an orphanage to adopt a child, but will they find one who fits their persnickety lifestyle?
Little Munchkin
A heist like no other! A motley crew of misfits hunt down an infamous 80's arcade game that can supposedly control people's minds. But is the legend all that it appears? Can the No-Confidence Crew get to it before it's too late? And what do lawnmowers have to do with it? The clock is ticking...
Ashens and the Polybius Heist
This 45 minute making-of documentary takes you behind the scenes on the set of Ashens and the Polybius Heist. Alongside a healthy portion of silly shenanigans from cast & crew, the film offers a unique and raw insight into the tough realities of independent filmmaking. Find out what literally kept the director up all night, what was wrong with Barry's hotel room and what total disaster led to the film being delayed by over six months. It's one hell of a ride, and should be a great watch for anyone who follows the cast or is just interested in low-budget movies in general.