For a debut short film, I personally struggled to figure out what type of stories I wanted to tell. After many years of working within the industry and seeing the narratives that come from it, my eyes were open to the possibility of writing what I know best – my own experience. From watching a wide range of queer short films, it was brought to my attention that I am not alone with my occurrences, that a revealing story of young passion and naivety can be made and shown to audiences. ‘LOOKIN’ serves as a chapter to the slice of life narratives that are born from real people with real drama, and we are so lucky as to get a sneak peek into their world and watch.

As a new director, I was able to collaborate with the likes of Martine Wolff, who’s unique visuals and personal style as the Director of Photography enriched the final film, alongside the talents of Melbourne’s new up-and-comer, Liam Trumble. Resulting in a short film that can participate in the wider issues faced within the community and sit with the many previous works that detail a similar incident. Capturing the vulnerability and intensity of a life lived as a young queer person, employing a sensitive and intentive purpose to release this project, bringing a memory to life for audiences to see and relate with.