Tomiya Hills
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Biography
Known chiefly for his refined, "dreamlike" style, Tomiya Hills is a filmmaker based in Adelaide, South Australia. After completing his Bachelor of Creative Arts at Flinders University, Hills began studying film at MAPS film school in the heart of Adelaide. During his time at film school, Hills developed an interest in cinematography and camera operation. He has since put his skills to the test on his solo short film Vending Machine (2020), for which he received acclaim at various international festivals. Hills went on to collaborate with fellow filmmakers and students, including on the web-series The Reality of Humanity (2021), and short films such as Ingénue (2021), Marriage Graveyard (2022), and True Colour (2022) - the latter of which won Hills the Best Cinematography Award at the 2022 Creation International Film Festival.
Known For
In the wake of a tragedy, a heartbroken man must face reality in order to accept life's most precious gift.
Speak to us of Children
A husband and wife take extreme measures to free themselves from an abusive marriage.
Marriage Graveyard
A young Japanese boy searches for a mysterious vending machine after the passing of his parents.
Vending Machine
Thomas Renner, an aspiring painter, struggles to make his masterpiece while dealing with complete colour-blindness.
True Colour
A cinematic impression of Vietnam, told through the eyes of Vietnamese immigrants.
Vietnam Story
While living in Hong Kong in 2023, Chan Nim mysteriously loses her ability to speak. With her camera and diary, she silently explores Hong Kong's past, present, and uncertain future.
When the City Fell Silent
Faced with tragedy, Seojun remembers his past relationship with Jiyeong, and asks for her forgiveness.
Forgiving
Trapped in a dead - end job, disillusioned Noah clings to the drumming dreams of his childhood and must decide how far he's willing to go for a second chance.
CORE
An imagined future where a rediscovered archive of photographs, sound and film captures the beauty of extinct ecosystems in South Australia.
Red Earth
Jessica, a passionate young student, is suspicious of her best friend Tim after arriving back from an overseas stay.