One Mans Dream: The Britten Bike Story Ben Ruffell 2010-10-26 | Purchase the film at http://brittendvd.co.nzMotorcycle enthusiasts the world over have always talked of designing the ultimate "Super" bike. New Zealander John Britten did more than talk about it. He went ahead and built it -- at home and by hand! This is his amazing true story. From the backyard workshop to the screaming action of Daytona and the Isle of Mann, this fascinating video captures all the drama -- the dreams and the nightmares, the triumphs and the tragedies. It is the legend of the man from "Down Under " who dared to challenge the might and wisdom of the world's great motorcycle production factories and captured a nations imagination en route. And it is the tale of the revolutionary bike that confounded the critics and took the world by storm. The film has been remastered, and there is additional, never seen before footage included as special features on the disc. Feature Length "One Man's Dream: The Britten Bike Story" Special Features: Photo Slideshow Interview with the Filmmaker Promo Onboard Camera Ruapuna Onboard Camera Isle of Mann www.brittendvd.co.nzBritten V1000 Bike , Britten DVD , John Britten Documentary , Britten Motorbike , Britten Motorcycle ,
Ben Ruffell Cinematography Reel Ben Ruffell 2026-01-30 | A selection of recent commercial, brand, and narrative work.Cinematography by Ben Ruffell.Shot across New Zealand and internationally.
Long White Ben Ruffell 2026-01-29 | Director: Amber JonesDP: Ben RuffellFilmed in North Island New Zealand
UKETAMAU Ben Ruffell 2021-02-01 | Director + Cinematographer: Ben RuffellI Directed this Documentary Film in Japan in 2012, where I was invited to be an Artist in Residence. This was an incredible shoot. Very physical, it was hot and humid and there were many challenges.I travelled to Yamagata Provence in Northern Japan. It was an amazing place. Very spiritual, and I did not see another westerner for a week. My crew consisted of Mile Nagaoka from Green Valley and Camera / Sound Assistant Taigo Kawaguchi. We communicated in pigeon English.We were here to film the Yamabushi training. Essentially, this involved us taking part in the training, as well as making the film. Fumihiro Hoshino is a 13th generation Yamabushi, someone who guides people on Shugyo ascetic training in Japan. He was the Master, and I decided to structure the film around him. It was very challenging interviewing him in loosely translated Japanese, but after spending several days with the group - I was confident that I understood the sentiment. The first night was wonderful. An amazing meal with just the crew and the Yamabushi Master. The next day was a little bit different….We began to walk. Lot's of walking. Day one I was told that we would take a short stroll… we walked up 4500 steps to a temple. This in itself was a challenge, but to throw in the heavy Red Epic camera equipment, and the awkward clothing, and I struggled. Myself and my crew did not make it all the way, we were carrying too much weight and my giant western feet that stuck out of the split toe Japanese slippers were in pain.We were all living in the same tatami mat room. I grabbed a corner for battery charging and downloading. A far cry from the first night's meal, we were now on a starvation diet consisting of one bowl of rice, soup and two vegetables.The chanting and prayers stopped at 11pm, and after a mosquito filled night we were woken at 4am.This was the big day, and I had negotiated to be allowed to wear my own clothes and shoes. This was to prove to be a great decision. I stripped back the camera equipment to two lenses, 3 batteries and 3 Redmags. Weight was going to be critical. (I must also admit that I cheated and packed some extra water, a Pocari Sweat Isotonic Drink… and a couple of candy bars…)I was told that the walk would take us about 2 to 3 hours… so I assumed 5. In the end the hike up the mountain took over 8 hours. It was a massive day. I had to film the group as they would pass me, then run ahead to catch up and repeat the process. It was tough, but it was also absolutely beautiful and satisfying.Chanting and prayers again along with the starvation meal. Everyone was exhausted. I was so tired that I really had to concentrate on my downloading… I could not afford to make a mistake.Up at 4am again, woken by the sound of the conch. We loaded up and started off back to the 4500 steps that had defeated me earlier. I have to say, after the previous days marathon, it was a breeze. I practically ran up the steps, and the morning light was beautiful to work with.We got to the top, and the temple was very cool. I looked over… and a car drove past. I couldn't believe it! Apparently there was a road up to the top, but we took the steps!The weekend was over. Everyone was tired, but we all had a great sense of accomplishment. We sat around and had a feast, including the biggest cup of Sake I have ever seen. It was a great experience, and I was honoured to be invited into the group and I am proud to be Yamabushi.If you enjoyed this film, you may be interested in my ambient channel:youtube.com/channel/UCppKi_gyTQrLTN9ZgoK2VWghttp://www.benruffell.com#UKETAMAU #japan#yamabushi#yamagata
KIA Fun Ben Ruffell 2020-10-27 | Director: Cheng Dong, ZhangDP: Ben RuffellKia / KX1Fun奕跑精彩赏析-东风悦达起亚 奕跑车型频道 | 东风悦达起亚官网
Love From Land Rover Ben Ruffell 2020-10-26 | Director / Director of Photography: Ben RuffellFilmed on Red Dragon, in Queenstown, New ZealandThis Valentine’s Day one Land Rover Defender fan in New Zealand got the best gift anyone could ever ask for. Take a look and read all about it here: http://bit.ly/1E801ErFour university friends from New Zealand had listed their beaten and broken 1957 Series I Land Rover, christened ‘The Landy’, for sale on an auction site, following 15 years of ownership. The listing told the story of their many adventures and their sorrow at parting with their beloved Land Rover.While Will Radford, Jeremy Wells, Anthony Dawson and James Shatwell thought they were closing a chapter with the sale, fate intervened when the team at Land Rover New Zealand read the ad and hatched a covert operation with Will’s wife, Claire, to give ‘The Landy’ a painstaking ground-up mechanical restoration.And now, for Valentine’s Day, the four friends have been reunited with their Series I thanks to Land Rover.Awards:Spikes Asia - Silver - 'Love from Landrover' 2015 - Director + DPNZ Effie - Gold - 'Love from Landrover' 2015 - Director + DP
Nissan X-Trail Ben Ruffell 2019-09-30 | Director / DOP Ben Ruffell http://benruffell.comDirector: Takeshi AsaiTBWA / HakuhodoAOI ProProduction Company Redsneakers Drone Filming Overview.nz http://www.overview.nz/droneDrone Operator Queenstown CAA102 CertifiedFilmed on location in Queenstown, New Zealand
Lotus: The Perfect Drive Ben Ruffell 2017-10-05 | 1970 Lotus Elan Plus 2.This film is a passion project, and the Lotus Elan plus 2 is my own car.I had dreamed of making this film for years, the Shotover competition motivated me to fulfil this dream.I make my living filming car commercials for paying clients. What I like most about this project, is that it is a car commercial, for a car that is not commercially for sale.For me, it is always about moving the camera. I think this is why I am drawn to car commercials. I am lucky enough to have access to some wonderful creative tools. I love discovering new ways of creating dynamic and engaging shots.The Perfect Drive was made by a tiny on set crew. Just myself, my grip Josh Dunn, and a driver.On the tracking days, there were three of us, with Heath Patterson fulfilling the precision driving role.For the rig shot days, it was just Josh and myself. It was really satisfying setting the rigs with Josh, and then hitting record on the camera and driving the car myself.We had access to a helicopter piloted by Brendan from Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters for one hour. Josh drove the car, and I operated the Shotover P1.For the drone shots, Josh piloted the drone, I operated the camera and Ben Chapman handled the driving.Expert Sound Recordist Makoto Takaoka came out for a drive with me one afternoon, and recorded the true sounds of the car.For the post production, I was lucky enough to work with Editor Piers Faircloth-Harding.My colourist Pete Richie did amazing job on the grade, and Jonny Pipe did a brilliant job mixing the audio.We used the resources that we had available to us. It was really liberating to work within these constraints, and still make something that we are all proud of.Director / DOP Ben Ruffell http://benruffell.comDrone Filming http://www.overview.nz/droneDrone Operator Queenstown CAA102 CertifiedFilmed on location in Queenstown, New Zealand
3 Degrees Promo Ben Ruffell 2008-03-31 | 3 Degrees. New Zealand Riders. New Zealand Mountains. New Zealand Music. www.ruff.co.nz 3 Degrees is the first Kiwi Snowboarding film shot on film and released on DVD. Filmed entirely in New Zealand Featured Riders: Quentin Robbins, Aaron Jamieson, Dylan Butt, Jake Koia, Anthony Leffelaar, Heath Patterson, Will Jackways, Deni Bevin. Kiwi Soundtrack Featuring: Salmonella Dub, P-Money, DLT, International Observer, Downtown Brown, Agent Alvin, The Phoenix Foundation, Minuit, 4th Element, Paradigm, Rhombus.
Special Needs Promo 1 Ben Ruffell 2008-03-31 | Special Needs. A snowboarding film. Shot in New Zealand and around the world. www.ruff.co.nz Special Needs is a Snowboarding film shot throughout New Zealand, Europe and North America. The film is 30 minutes long with over ninety minutes of special features! Featured riders: Quentin Robbins, Chris Kroll, Rudi Kroll, Gigi Ruf, Romain De Marchi, Dylan Butt, Ross Powers, Alex Schmaltz, Marcus Wherle, Cheryl Maas, Jacob Koia, Anthony Leffelaar, Visa Vertanen, Roland Morley Brown, Robett Hollis. Kiwi soundtrack featuring: The Have, Supergroove, Phelps & Munroe, Goodnight Nurse, Mixture, Marvin, Somerset, Video Kid, The Rabble, Not Quite Right. Special Features include: Arctic Challenge, Skating, Trailers, The Process, Battle Ice Race, Base Jumping, Grommets, Sledding, Smithereens, Remedial Diary, Girlie Camps. www.ruff.co.nz (less)
Special Needs Promo 2 Ben Ruffell 2008-03-31 | Special Needs. A snowboarding film. Shot in New Zealand and around the world. www.ruff.co.nz Special Needs is a Snowboarding film shot throughout New Zealand, Europe and North America. The film is 30 minutes long with over ninety minutes of special features! Featured riders: Quentin Robbins, Chris Kroll, Rudi Kroll, Gigi Ruf, Romain De Marchi, Dylan Butt, Ross Powers, Alex Schmaltz, Marcus Wherle, Cheryl Maas, Jacob Koia, Anthony Leffelaar, Visa Vertanen, Roland Morley Brown, Robett Hollis. Kiwi soundtrack featuring: The Have, Supergroove, Phelps & Munroe, Goodnight Nurse, Mixture, Marvin, Somerset, Video Kid, The Rabble, Not Quite Right. Special Features include: Arctic Challenge, Skating, Trailers, The Process, Battle Ice Race, Base Jumping, Grommets, Sledding, Smithereens, Remedial Diary, Girlie Camps. www.ruff.co.nz
