Award-winning filmmaker. Australian ex-pat, Los Angeles native. Passionate about the craft.
An award-winning director and two-time Film Independent Fellow, Australian ex-pat and Los Angeles native Mike Miller is passionate about the craft of filmmaking.
A director with a talent for casting and visual storytelling, Miller delivers that rare combination of beautiful images and great performances — work that ranges from subtle humor to drama and action.
Miller's films for major international clients — including Citibank, Avis, Ford, Qantas, United Airlines, Sony and The Los Angeles Times — are more like mini-movies. Not surprising, given that he is also an accomplished screenwriter and DP.
His ability in each of these areas, coupled with an understanding of the role every part plays in the storytelling, informs his work as a director.
Mike was the founder of Silver Lining Films in Sydney, Australia, steering it to become one of the most highly regarded and creatively respected production companies in the country and internationally.
He was also Director, Screenwriter, Producer and DP on the short film OOPS, which premiered at The Sundance Film Festival and sold worldwide, including The Sci-Fi Channel, Atom and Canal+.
A ferociously determined and restless young artist, hungry for the truth and driven by revenge, risks all to hunt down the father who kidnapped and then abandoned her years earlier — unaware the 'truth' will destroy them both.
DramaSet in the colorful and sexy world of international advertising and the dangerous worlds of São Paulo and the Rio favela. A brilliant advertising executive stages his own kidnapping and suddenly finds himself fighting for his life when his handpicked captors make it real.
Action / ThrillerWhere BBC's 'Planet Earth', 'Earth' and 'Life' end, this Royal Geographical Society endorsed 3D film begins. Bringing alive the subject in a way that has never been seen before — driven by an ever-expanding desire for knowledge and our place in the Universe.
Documentary FeatureThis 3D film captures the drama, the glamour, the on-the-edge-of-your-seat intensity and danger of a particular sport — delivered through a narrative cinema feature film, TV/Web series and gaming platforms.
Sports / NarrativeMike stands alone among all the filmmakers I have worked with in over 20 years. It would be inadequate to just call him a director. He is an expert on the entire process of filmmaking and he extracts the best from each department to deliver an exciting film. Without losing his good humor.
Mike Miller is without a doubt the finest, multi-talented creative person I've ever had the honor to work with. As a director who is also an accomplished DP he has the unique ability to create stunning visuals and tell a compelling, human story all at the same time.
Mike is highly creative, understands actors and produces very sophisticated and classy work. The beauty he sees in his mind he translates to the screen.
Mike Miller is a true partner who will help you realize your vision. First he listens. Then after having understood your perspective, sharpens and adds until your good idea becomes even better. Combining outstanding talent with an obsession for perfection, Mike never fails to deliver.
Mike is an incredibly patient, calm and focused film director. Under the toughest circumstances. I was reminded of the Japanese Zen tales where stillness, serenity and awareness create the best environment for focus.
Mike is a joy to work with. Fun, collaborative and responsible, he has great taste and combines creativity with strategic understanding.
Los Angeles based. Available to work anywhere in the world you happen to be — or where you'd like to shoot.
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