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ABOUT

Our mission is to produce content that resonates with viewers, regardless of scale, resources and ability. From creating the overall strategy, to organizing and executing the shoot, to managing the multifaceted post-production process, we ensure our clients’ projects are seamless from start to finish.

 

Whether you’re starting with a vague idea or a fully-fleshed out concept, Fishtown Films can bring your vision to life. If you have an upcoming project, get in touch today so we can work together.

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AUSTIN ELSTON,
DIRECTOR + WRITER

A director and writer, Austin co-founded Fishtown Films with the vision of creating a company that focuses on art, collaboration and sustainability. Austin began his film career while at University College Dublin, where he earned his Masters in Film. Over his fifteen year career, his work has won multiple awards for direction. Visual Literacy, turning words into images, continues to fuel his work.

EMILY GALLAGHER,
CINEMATOGRAPHER + EDITOR

Emily is a cinematographer and editor who earned her Masters in Film at University College Dublin, Ireland.

Emily's passion and respect for the planet has driven her to create the first zero waste film studio. Her mission is to tell inclusive stories while showcasing a new style of filmmaking, one that is significantly less wasteful than the norm. With extensive film experience under her belt, Emily has a unique perspective that she brings to both the lens and the editing suite.

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FILMOGRAPHY

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CITYWIDE
2022

The First Zero Waste Movie

a punk rock, romantic comedy

all about one wild night in Philadelphia.

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now streaming on amazon prime

 

also on vimeo

use 50% discount promo code: loveislove

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LITTLE GHOST
2023

Official Music Video

Kayleigh Goldsworthy

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SELF TAPE
2020

Official Selection at

Venice Shorts

Prague International Film Festival

QFlix Festival

Panorama International Indie Film Festival

Honorable Mention at

London Short Film Festival

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HUMAN CANNONBALL
2014

Best Music Video, New York City Independent Film Festival, 2016

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Best Music Video, Telly Awards, 2014

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STRANGE AS ANGELS
2018

Official Selection at

Berlin's Final Girls Festival, 2018

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC
2007

Filmed and Edited the first season of Geo Sessions, a National Geographic episodic television show featuring interviews and live music of world musicians.  K'Naan, Ben Harper and Gogo Bordello are some of the musicians featured in the television program.

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REED + POLLY AWARDS
2022, 2020, 2018, 2016, 2014,
2012, 2010

Campaigns and Elections Award Winners for
 

Best Advocacy Videos, 2018

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KYOTCS SOCIAL MEDIA VIDEO CAMPAIGN
2017 - 19

PR Daily GRAND PRIZE Best Social Media Campaign of 2018

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PR News Award Winner for Cause Related Marketing, 2018

PR News Award Winner for On A Shoestring Budget, 2018

PR News Honorable Mention for WOW! Award, 2018

PR News Honorable Mention for Influencer Communications, 2018

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