Ben Carland

Filmmaker

Writer | Director

Ben is a filmmaker from Asheville, NC.

His feature film COSMIC CONTACT was completed and released in 2016 after its festival run, including Roswell Sci-Fi and a nomination for Best Sci-Fi at the Burbank International Film Festival. It's now available on most major VOD networks. Ben recently launched the off-world science fiction feature SOL INVICTUS in summer 2022, with an apocalyptic survival film titled ESCAPE EARTH out in 2023. He’s currently wrapping post on his fourth and fifth features, a wilderness survival film, THE SHELTER, and a sci-fi suspense, THE WEAPON.

In addition to features, Ben has produced, directed and edited dozens of commercial and short projects for clients and companies across the country, with other creative and virtual/mocap projects thrown in the mix as well. When he’s not working, he can be found trail-running, biking, or exploring the mountains with his wife, two kids and golden retriever.

Directing Reel

Feature Films

Short Films