A Visionary Filmmaker Ready to Revolutionize Independent Cinema
Brandon Osterman is no stranger to the indie film circuit. With over two decades of experience as a filmmaker, producer, and educator, his work spans a wide array of genres, from thought-provoking feature films to cutting-edge music videos.
With multiple festival accolades, high-profile collaborations, and a talent for crafting compelling stories, Brandon is emerging as a powerful voice in modern cinema, and his best work is yet to come.
Brandon’s filmmaking roots run deep. He began his career with a BFA in Computer Animation from the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) and an MA in Filmmaking from The London Film School. Early on, his unique approach to storytelling caught the attention of major film festivals, where his animated short Rick and Rocky was selected for prestigious screenings at the Cannes International Film Festival and Toronto International Children’s Festival. This early success set the stage for a career that would be marked by bold creativity and diverse cinematic endeavors.
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Animation
Rick and Rocky
Rick and his best friend Rocky the cat have played together all day long, but after baths and bedtime snacks Rocky has trouble settling down to sleep. This short animated film was selected for screening at numerous international festivals, including the Cannes International Film Festival: Director’s Fortnight Exhibition.
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Drama
Nurture
A young boy struggles with his father’s cycle of cruelty at home, causing violence to erupt out of him on the playground.
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Drama
Low Country
In the late autumn of 1864, as General Sherman’s Union army carves a path of destruction from Atlanta to Savannah, two soldiers, Tom and his badly wounded friend Will, stumble upon a hidden camp of Georgia bushwhackers.
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Comedy
Chippewa Treasure
Chippewa Treasure is a coming-of-age short film set in 1972, where a young boy grapples with the emotional weight of his older brother being drafted into the Vietnam War.
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Horror
Intruder
Trapped in the suffocating silence of night, a father and daughter are gripped by terror as an unseen threat looms in the shadows of their home.
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Comedy
Zombie Raygun
“Two friends, one rare comic disaster, and a road trip that could save it all.”
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adventure
Dragon Flowers
Violet, a brilliant but sheltered teenager, embarks on a perilous journey through a post-apocalyptic world to save her father, confronting both the harsh realities of survival and her own inner strength as she fights to protect humanity’s last hope.
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Comedy
The Naughty List
The Naughty List is a fun, heartfelt Christmas film poised to be a new holiday classic. Already a finalist in top screenplay competitions, including Raindance Film Festival, HollyShorts Film Festival and The Creative World Awards, with a feature-length adaptation in development for release next Christmas.
The Next Great Indie Film Investment Opportunity
For those interested in funding innovative, independent cinema, Brandon offers a unique opportunity. His proven track record, industry connections, and vision ensure that every film he creates is artistically meaningful and well positioned for commercial success.
With The Naughty List set for production and several other exciting projects in development, Brandon Osterman is a filmmaker poised to make waves in the industry.
His ability to craft stories that balance artistic depth with audience appeal makes him a strong candidate for partnerships with high-net-worth individuals looking to invest in film.
director
I'm a writer, director and graduate of The London Film School whose films have been selected by prestigious film festivals, including Cannes and Toronto, and distributed by major streamers, including Netflix and Amazon.
Ads & Docs
I have lensed successful docu-series, commercial projects for large international clients Wix.com and the McKesson Group, and concert films for popular recording artists The Naked and Famous and American Idol Candice Glover.
Film Festivals
My work includes short films invited to a long list of prestigious film festivals, including The Director’s Fortnight exhibition at the Cannes International Film Festival, as well as independent feature films.
Writing Awards
My screenplays have placed in major festival and screenplay competitions, including as a Finalist at the Raindance Film Festival, Hollyshorts Festival and the Creative World Awards.
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Filmmatic Short Competition
"The Naughty List" was selected as a semifinalist in this year's Filmmatic Short Screenplay Awards!
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Shoot Your Short Competition
I'm honored to share that "The Naughty List" screenplay has now been selected as a semi-finalist by the Creative Screenwriting: Shoot Your Short competition!
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Creative World Awards
I'm honored to share that "The Naughty List" screenplay has been selected as a finalist by the Creative World Awards!
Clients & Employers
