Bordertown Films

08/05/2024

Very excited to share that we are 1 of 5 finalists in the Regional Landscapes initiative!

We met our collaborator Tamara Whyte through the SBS Digital Originals initiative a couple of years back and knew we would work together someday (we knew, she didn’t). And now here we are!

Many thanks to & for your support.

08/05/2024

Very excited to share that we are 1 of 5 finalists in the Regional Landscapes initiative!

We met our collaborator Tamara Whyte through the SBS Digital Originals initiative a couple of years back and knew we would work together someday (we knew, she didn’t). And now here we are!

Many thanks to Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) & Screenworks for your support.

22/03/2024

Check out our latest SSI Foster Care campaign!
Instead of taking the usual route of featuring foster carers, we decided to showcase the foster kids themselves, and highlight how foster care can help create such vibrant and successful young people.

Client: SSI - Settlement Services International
Creative Agency: OYO Studio
Production House: Bordertown Films
DOP: Shaun Dougherty
Gaffer: Storm Ashwood
H&M: Lisa Mangion,
Sound: Teague
Post Sound: Tfer Newsome
Colourist: Tim Wreyford
Studio: The Dale Studio

05/09/2023

https://vimeo.com/858538774

After many months of work we're so proud to release our short film "Magic Chalk". The film follows a mother and daughter as they escape a violent home to find safe refuge. Along the way, they learn to support each other - and believe in magic again.

A huge thank you to RizeUp for trusting us with the incredibly important task of drawing attention to the amazing work they do. Shout out to DVConnect, Micah Projects and Brisbane Domestic Violence Service for their guidance and support.

Also massive thanks to our cast and crew, who all all went above and beyond to help bring this film to light. This simply could not be done without you. ❤🙏

Laura (Mum) - Claudia Greenstone
Abby (Daughter) - Aurora Iler
Produced By - Bordertown Films
Written, Directed & Cut By - Dan Stevenson
Original Concept & Written By - Jacqueline Lim
DOP - Greg Henderson
Gaffer - Matt Cox
Location Sound & Mix - Tfer Newsome
Wardrobe Stylist - Christina Validakis
Hair & Makeup - Vicki Sands
Colourist - Tim Wreyford
Wardrobe Assistant - Chloe Stevenson
Lighting Assistant - Sam Turnbull
Runner - Alex Matha
Bedroom Artwork - Amy Evans

A mother and daughter escape a violent home to find safe refuge. Along the way, they learn to lean on and support each other - and believe in magic again. Behind…

14/07/2023

Recce photo masterclass from our supremely talented DOP . It goes to show that it’s the craftsman that makes the difference and not the tools, as all pics were taken with his phone! This is for our upcoming DV campaign for , and . Watch this space!

17/05/2023

Our latest online sales ad for Vanstone massage guns. With e-commerce being such a competitive space, Vanstone wanted an ad that would cut through the noise. So we came up with "Reggie" the overly enthusiastic gym j***y, to communicate how awesome their guns are. Check it out below!

Creative - Bordertown Films
Client/Co Producer - Dana White
Producer - Jacqueline Lim
DOP - Jason Vanstone
Gaffer - Matt Cox
Gym J***y - Rowan Howard
Hot Model - Trevor M Vanstone
Post Sound - Tfer Newsome

15/05/2023

An incredibly important moment is happening with the WGA writer’s strike in America that could have implications for all industries, when dealing with the rise of AI.

The WGA is asking that credited writers be human and that AI not be used to generate source material or be trained on work created by WGA members. AMPTP responded by saying they’d be willing to have “annual meetings to discuss advancements in technology.”

The hypocrisy of the AMPTP is profound. 🤬

English textile workers once destroyed the machines threatening to take their jobs. Screenwriters can’t kill AI, but they can protect themselves from it.

28/04/2023

Behind the scenes at our latest comedy ad shoot for the mighty mini massage gun ⚡️

We were lucky to be given full creative rein with the concept, so we wrote a script that included hula hoops, leotards and a torture specialist - all the things naturally associated with a massage gun 😉 And what a hoot to see it brought to life on set, anchored by our inimitable talent Rowan Howard.

Comedy is one of the best ways to cut through noise and grab your audience’s attention. If you would like some ideas, we’d love to help. Get in touch with us today!

10/02/2023

We're proud to say Aussie innovation is alive and well! Check out what the great and powerful team at Ocean Degree Yacht Services have done with their world first, a 100% carbon fibre game tower.

31/10/2022

Very proud of our latest recruitment campaign video for Settlement Services International - SSI
Concept: OYO Studio & Bordertown Films
Agency Lead: Wayne Froneman
Director: Dan Stevenson
DP: Shaun Dougherty
Locations: Ecomlocations
Edit: Bordertown Films

20/10/2022

BTS of our TVC for with the great and powerful . DP 💪🏼

12/10/2022

Cracking day shooting with and

07/09/2022

Writers’ room done! Three bountiful days spent deep diving into motherhood in all its brutal glory.
It’s been an absolute pleasure working with and learning from this amazing bunch of creatives ❤️‍🔥
Massive thanks to for making this possible.

16/08/2022

We are so stoked to share that our concept “Confinement” has been selected for development funding!

One step closer to our dream of creating original concepts ⚡️

Thank you to the funding bodies for the Digital Originals initiative Screen Australia SBS Australia NITV

Lark Lee Films let’s go!! 🙌🏾

Screen Australia has announced over $1 million of development funding for 19 feature films, 13 television dramas and one feature-length project to be released online.

21/06/2022

Epic day pitching our web series “Confinement” to Screen Australia, SBS Australia & NITV!

Last week, the 12 teams selected for the 2022 Digital Originals initiative had the opportunity to pitch their drama projects to SBS Australia, NITV and Screen Australia. Here’s a snap of the teams on pitching day!

📸: Teniola Komolafe

Find out more about Digital Originals here: https://bit.ly/3xGYEjw

30/05/2022

Watch this space! Our budding web series “Confinement” shortlisted for Digital Originals. Screen Australia SBS Australia

Twelve teams of emerging creatives from under-represented backgrounds will have the chance to pitch their drama projects to SBS, NITV, and Screen Australia as part of this year's Digital Originals initiative, with a week-long workshop for the first round of selected applicants commencing today.

25/11/2021

Had a ball shooting this campaign for Deliveroo! Stay tuned for the full video! 🎢 🤩

07/10/2021

Here's a fun little piece we created recently for Redland City Council to promote cycling (and road safety 😉). Gosh do they have some beautiful cycling trails. Dust off your bikes and get out there! 🚲
Also, kudos to our amazing talents Heather and Chloe for their cycling endurance 💛 Enjoy!

23/09/2021

Pumped to share this beautiful piece we created for our lovely client, Elleebana. Glorious setting, gorgeous people (both in front of and behind the camera 😉) to work with - the perfect combination to make some magic. Enjoy!

Director/Editor: Daniel Stevenson
DOP: Greg Henderson
Gaffer: Naithan Wiles
Producer: Jacqueline Lim

03/09/2021

Happy Friday! Here's a throwback to some BTS fun times on our recent shoot. Oh how we love our comedy. Stay tuned for the one of the greatest induction videos ever made! Greg Henderson Rowan Howard

04/08/2021

Meet the best delivery guy on the GC!

21/07/2021

BTS from yesterday's awesomely ridiculous shoot! Super fortunate to have the opportunity to put our comedy hats on for this one. Day 1 down, 2 more to go! 😍

Rowan Howard Daniel Stevenson Jacqueline Lim Greg Henderson Jason Vanstone

07/05/2021

https://campaignbrief.com/every-breath-you-take-gives-hope-in-new-lung-disease-tvc-via-bordertown-films-oyo-studio/

Look who's featured in Campaign Brief today!!!

As millions across the globe gasp for breath in today’s COVID world, a powerful new TV commercial featuring real patients and their families reminds us that lung disease can strike people from all walks of life, young and old.

22/04/2021

Very proud of our latest national TVC for the Lung Foundation Australia . Big shout out to our awesome DP Greg Henderson and our incredible wardrobe designer Christina Validakis .
Agency - Oyo Studio
Director/Editor - Daniel Stevenson
Producer - Jacqueline Lim
DP - Greg Henderson
Gaffer - Dave & Ben Russell
Wardrobe - Christina Validakis
Colourist - Shawn Pang
Sound - Tfer Newsome

09/02/2021

Pumped to be back up on the Sunny Coast this week 🎥

01/02/2021

Just keep tracking... 🎥🎥