Richard Starkey
Director | Writer | Producer
Richard Starkey is a writer and director from the UK currently living in Malta. After graduating from the University of South Wales with a degree in Documentary Film and Television in 2012, Richard teamed up with a fellow graduate to produce short films for S4C and Channel4. Success came soon after with the drama documentary, Fog of Sex, which won at the 2015 BAFTA Cymru awards and was acquired by BBC3.
Richard then transitioned into narrative and commercial production while following his passion for writing and directing. His short films have been screened at prominent festivals, such as Aestheica, Manhatten Film Festival and Atlanta Shorts Fest. Since moving to Malta, Richard has endeavoured to play a key role in the local independent film community and is excited to be spearheading the Indydog platform to propel local film talent to success.
Available to watch
The Next Chamber
Five strangers must play a deadly game of Russian roulette, with a twist. Will the next pull of the trigger mean death or a life-changing amount of money?
Drama Thriller
Duration: 21 minutes
Ferryman: The Andrew Vella Story
Driven by personal tragedy, Andrew Vella strives to make the world a better place with his daily missions on the Gozo Ferry. However, some see his crusade as nothing more than passenger harassment.
Comedy Mockumentary
Duration: 10 minutes
Desperate Measures
When Mike is visited by Krystal and Vin to collect a debt he owes for Krystal’s ‘films’, his plan to raise the cash is a little ambitious. All he needs to do is convince a Hollywood star to make a sex tape.
Drama Comedy
Duration: 15 minutes
Mark Gets Coffee
When Mark meets Dawn in the queue for coffee, he can’t believe his luck is in when she gives him her number. Only one thing can come in between Mark and an awesome date with Dawn… Mark.
Comedy
Duration: 8 minutes
Films made in 48 hours!
Survival
In a society torn apart by civil war, one man risks everything to acquire a memory stick that would guarantee his safety. His plans are put to the test when fellow survivor, Cassy enters the picture.
Drama Thriller War
Duration: 6 minutes
Before the End
The Earth is under attack from an alien invasion. Two strangers bond over bad jokes, as the danger draws near.
Sci-Fi
Duration: 6 minutes