Karl Livingstone
Directing
Biography
Karl Livingstone is a Liverpool based filmmaker striving to tell human stories that resonate with people from all walks of life. Originally trained as a theatre actor, Karl made the transition to film early in his career; learning the aspects, challenges and needs of many departments along the way. During his time studying filmmaking at The University of Salford, Karl co-founded “The Salford Film Society", working with peers and professionals alike to hone his craft. After finishing his studies, Karl created experimental short films whilst working as a freelance video producer. He worked closely with Joseph Cross of “Courteeners” fame to direct multiple music videos for Northern bands. He now runs the award winning“Seven Streets Production House", directing short films with a focus on Northern talent. He also works as a Unit Stills Photographer for Film & TV. His directorial inspirations include Hideaki Anno and Werner Herzog.
Known For
Set in a war-zone, a war doctor and his medical staff are forced underground into a make-shift hospital, only to be faced with a desperate father willing to do whatever it takes to be helped. When survival is everything, morality is the first casualty.
Terra
As a terminally ill Liverpool gangster summons his estranged eldest daughter back to their hometown after a five-year absence, his youngest daughter, determined to inherit everything, plots to eliminate her.
Semolina Pilchard
Beneath towering Brutalist architecture, a man is driven to do what must be done.
Brutalism
A chance encounter between two women on the Mersey ferry leads to an exploration of the loss they both carry and how they navigate life and memories in its wake.
Wake
A desperate single mother uses her daughter's imagination as a fragile escape from the harsh reality of their struggling life.
Make Believe
Whilst preparing for his mother’s funeral, a son is confronted by the memories that linger in the bathroom of his childhood.
Feather
A Film by Fallon Westlake.
Scarlet
An atmospheric tour of Liverpool's desolate streets, days before the UK's lockdown in response to the Covid-19 Pandemic. Set to MF-DOOM's "Accordion".
Covid-19
Conjuring Lost Memories One Trick at a Time.