After publishing his fourth book in 2019, Ben chose to take a film-making course as part of his Year 9 studies at Kapiti College. As a writer and storyteller, he quickly developed a passion for film-making. Ben began writing scripts, directing, producing, and even acting in his own films.
PORTFOLIO
Recent Work
Recent Work
2024
Party Mix
(Victoria University Interhall Competition)
Ben Spies – Writer, Actor, Editor
SYNOPSIS
Two friends scour Wellington for the perfect lolly mix.
Party Mix
(Victoria University Interhall Competition)
Ben Spies – Writer, Actor, Editor
SYNOPSIS
Two friends scour Wellington for the perfect lolly mix.
2023
It's Always Bloody in Kāpiti
(Kāpiti College Year 13 Production)
Ben Spies - Writer, Director, Director of Photography, Editor, Producer
SYNOPSIS
A rage virus erupts in a small town and reaches a local school
just as theater students are rehearsing for a play.
Will they be able to stick together and fight the outbreak?
Winner of the 2023 Kāpiti College KOSCARS Award - Best Year 13 Film
It's Always Bloody in Kāpiti
(Kāpiti College Year 13 Production)
Ben Spies - Writer, Director, Director of Photography, Editor, Producer
SYNOPSIS
A rage virus erupts in a small town and reaches a local school
just as theater students are rehearsing for a play.
Will they be able to stick together and fight the outbreak?
Winner of the 2023 Kāpiti College KOSCARS Award - Best Year 13 Film
2023
40 Hour Fail
(Kāpiti College Year 13 Production)
Ben Spies - Writer, Director, Actor, Editor, Producer
SYNOPSIS
When four close friends decide to take on World Vision’s grueling 40-Hour Famine challenge, they set out with a mix of excitement and trepidation. Documenting their experience on video, the friends embark on their challenge with high spirits, but as the hours tick by, their camaraderie is tested by hunger, exhaustion, and the strains of the challenge. "40 Hour Fail" combines humor, drama, and an unexpected ending.
Winner of the 2023 Kāpiti College KOSCARS Award - Best Sound
40 Hour Fail
(Kāpiti College Year 13 Production)
Ben Spies - Writer, Director, Actor, Editor, Producer
SYNOPSIS
When four close friends decide to take on World Vision’s grueling 40-Hour Famine challenge, they set out with a mix of excitement and trepidation. Documenting their experience on video, the friends embark on their challenge with high spirits, but as the hours tick by, their camaraderie is tested by hunger, exhaustion, and the strains of the challenge. "40 Hour Fail" combines humor, drama, and an unexpected ending.
Winner of the 2023 Kāpiti College KOSCARS Award - Best Sound
2023
The Journey
(International Youth Silent Film Festival)
Ben Spies - Writer, Director, Actor, Director of Photography, Editor, Producer
SYNOPSIS
A Wizard recruits an Elf, Rogue, and Barbarian to accompany him on a Journey.
Selected as one of the 16 finalists
The Journey
(International Youth Silent Film Festival)
Ben Spies - Writer, Director, Actor, Director of Photography, Editor, Producer
SYNOPSIS
A Wizard recruits an Elf, Rogue, and Barbarian to accompany him on a Journey.
Selected as one of the 16 finalists
