Judgment Tavern is a NZFC-funded Premiere Short, telling the story of a young girl carrying her father's living head as they search for his body. The score was composed by Tane Upjohn-Beatson, and this video is about how Tane worked to provide the emotional punch that the film depends on. Composer & Sound Mix: Tane Upjohn-Beatson Camera: Jack O'Donnell & Ruth Korver Additional Camera: Dean Hewison & David Mitchell Stills: Vanessa Patea Concept Art: Thaw Naing - thawdraws.com Edit: Dean Hewison Thanks to: John Neill and the team at Park Road Post, all the singers and musicians

Judgment Tavern is a short film that was funded by the New Zealand Film Commission's Premiere Short Film Fund. It was written and directed by Dean Hewison, produced by Ruth Korver and Useful Media and is currently screening at festivals. Judgment Tavern tells the story of Lucia, a young girl carrying her father's living head as they search for his fleeing body. On a cold dark night, they take shelter in a small village tavern - where a mysterious stranger with unfinished business is waiting. There is no shelter here… You can read more about Judgment Tavern on our website - https://usefulmedia.nz/projects/judgment-tavern and keep up to date with screenings on the Judgment Tavern Facebook page - www.facebook.com/judgmenttavern