Direction work gallery
SOLITARY
'Solitary' is a contained feature length sci-fi film about a man who wakes up inside a room to discover he's a prisoner sent into space to form Earth's first colony, and worse - his cell mate Alana is hell bent on destroying everything. Based on a short film of the same name, the film was Directed, Produced and Written by Luke Armstrong and shot in just 12 days on a modest budget. Post-production was largely completed by Armstrong alone during the coronavirus lockdown in early 2020.
The film is being distributed world wide by High Fliers films.
What People Are Saying
“What is most impressive about Solitary … is the difficult circumstances it was made in, which mirror the set-up of its two protagonists.”
— NME
“Solitary pushes the boundaries within a modest budget, proving that with great skill and determination, any idea can be made a reality. From the Hollywood inspired visuals to the fantastic minuscule cast, Armstrong’s ability is incredible, writing and directing a small scale narrative with finesse, contained like your favourite bottle episodes of Star Trek.”
— UK FILM REVIEW
“Solitary is worth a recommendation on its excellent story, accomplished special effects, and stellar performances from the lead actors. It’s an honest attempt to make a good sci-fi film and fulfills that task. It has interesting things to say about our future and the human condition.”
— FILM THREAT
THE SERVICE
A short spy thriller/whodunnit which was produced, directed, and written by Luke Armstrong.
synopsis: On a regular morning, MI6 operative, Jenny calls at her colleague's house on their usual car pool run to the office. What she discovers sparks a series of events that leads Jenny to make an impossible decision...
SHADOWS
A 15 minute short sci-fi film written, directed and produced by Luke Armstrong, which was made following a successful crowdfunding campaign. The film was selected for multiple festivals and went in to win a string of awards. It had its premiere at BAFTA 195 Picadilly. Set in the year 2037, SHADOWS is a modern day Orwellian style vision of the future. The short sci-fi film depicts a UK government using all digital technology for surveillance and control over the general population, becoming a totalitarian state.
Winner: Audience Choice Award: Best Science Fiction Film (Intendence Film Festival, US)
Winner: Best Science Fiction Film (Intendence Film Festival, US)
Winner: Best Foreign Film (Intendence Film Festival, US)
Winner of first ever Awardeo 'Trailer of the Week'
Winner of Acting Hour's 'Trailer of the Week'
Selected and screened at major festivals including Sci-Fi London, BUFF, Gen Con, Fargo Fantastic Film Festival, Henley Fringe and Tri Cities.
ONLY THE GOOD DIE YOUNG
A simple short film directed, filmed & edited by Luke Armstrong.
Written and performed by Johnny Sachon.
ANOTHER CLASS
A rags to riches story about a streetsweeper and his partner, made in 2011.
Written, directed, shot & edited by Luke Armstrong
Starring Michael Absalom, Michelle Crane, Neil McCormack
Sound by Matthew Greenfield
Produced by Lottie Holloway
MUSIC VIDEOS
It all begins with a track. Maybe you have an idea, or just a mood. Or maybe you have a fully formed story you want to set against your track to give it a new meaning. Or maybe you have no idea. Whatever it is, putting visuals to music is one of my favourite things to do.
CORPORATE
It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more. Or maybe you have a creative project to share with the world. Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference.