A documentary recording Mayssa Fattouh's creation of 'The Beginning of Memory' - a soulful ceramic installation comprised of 142 fired clay pieces made in memoriam to the genocide unfolding in Gaza. Born out of lived experience and the need to translate this through her hands, this work evokes the first instruments made of stone, but also serves as containers of memories, grief and dreams. An act of defiance that brings us into a kind of shelter, weaving personal and collective stories through clay, sound and presence - giving a gentle human voice to a history of the displaced.
⚠️ Content Warning: The following films contain strong language and adult themes. They represent creative college projects and are intended for mature audiences.
A concept created for Max's Final Project for college, with interest in turning it into a series. The first episode where Dr Quarkston lets his audience know how to make the perfect bowl of cereal, not with the help of Billy that is. A deadpan 90s-style tutorial comedy.
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The second film written and directed by Octavian, filmed throughout the end of spring to beginning of summer 2024. An idea conceived in 2021, this near ten-minute 90s-style comedy came to life after years of planning. Remastered with enhanced audio from the original June 2024 release.
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The first film created and directed by Octavian with a team of friends from college, originally finalized in February 2024. Shot over three days within a two-week timeframe, this horror-comedy parody has been remastered with higher resolution footage and enhanced audio from the original cut. Good memories with this one.
▶ Watch on YouTube"My tutor once said to aim for a solid 5-minute film instead of a mediocre 10… So naturally, I compromised at a solid 10."
Octavian Alexander Michalis Sage is an independent filmmaker, writer, and producer working under the banner of Ockyfilms and Alexander Michalis Company.
With a focus on independent storytelling, Ockyfilms showcases a range of work from commissioned documentaries to creative college projects that push the boundaries of narrative filmmaking.
Drawing inspiration from classic cinema while bringing a fresh, contemporary perspective, the work spans multiple genres and styles—from buddy cop comedies to apocalyptic narratives and documentary filmmaking.
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