Category: Directed By Amber

Last Chance To Win Slayers: A Buffyverse Story Courtesy of The Kitten Board.Net

10/11/2023

There’s less than a day to go to the release of Slayers: A Buffyverse Story audio drama set in the world of Buffy the Vampire Slayer. It's co-written, co-directed and stars Amber Benson as Tara Maclay who is returning to the character she played so wonderfully in Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Amber together with her long-time friend and writing partner Christopher Golden have written an all-new original story set in the world of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Several of Amber's friends and fellow co-stars are returning to their original roles and if this is the first you've heard of this exciting news, click this hyperlink to an earlier article which will tell you everything we know so far.

Slayers: A Buffyverse Story is An Audible Original podcast series and is set to launch in the UK and USA on Thursday the 12th of October. To celebrate this release my amazing friends at thekittenboard.net are generously giving away seven copies of the audio drama to fellow fans.

To enter visit their official X (formerly known as Twitter) click here to go directly to the post then all you have to do is press repost.

Fans can also enter the competition via Instagram, click here to go directly to the post and hit the like button and you're entered. The deadline for entries is today (11 October 2023) at 11:59 PM PST.

I posted about this a few days ago on our official social media feeds but I also wanted to put an article here in the latest news section to let even more fans know there is still time to enter.

The Kitten Board brings you 'Updates, news, and commentary from your leading source of Willow/Tara Love 24/7 since July 2000'. To find out more visit thekittenboard.net

Amber Benson.TV is not involved with the giveaway but we wanted to show our support for a fantastic and very generous idea.

So go and enter while there's still time.

Joe

Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with The Kitten Board.Net or their giveaway. We have no involvement with Slayers: A Buffyverse Story all rights belong to Amber Benson, Christopher Golden, 20th Century Fox/The Walt Disney Company and Audible. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about a generous giveaway.

Amber Has Co-Written, Co-Directed and Will Star in a Brand-New Audio Drama Slayers: A Buffyverse Story

9/30/2023

Here is some hugely exciting news for fans especially if like me you are a fan of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Tara Maclay who was played by Amber. On Wednesday the 13th of September it was announced that Amber has co-written, co-directed and will star in a brand-new immersive audio drama called Slayers: A Buffyverse Story. Yes that's right, not only is The Buffyverse returning, Amber will once again play Tara Maclay for the first time in more than twenty years.

Slayers: A Buffyverse Story is an Audible Original and will be exclusively available on the Audible platform and fans can pre-order it via both the UK and US versions of the website and app.

The news was revealed exclusively by Entertainment Weekly in an article written by Sydney Bucksbaum, who confirmed that this new original story had been co-written by Amber Benson and her long-time friend and writing partner Christopher Golden. Amber has also co-directed the drama along with KC Wayland, as well as returning to the role of Tara Maclay who she played wonderfully in the TV series.

Amber is one of several friends and former co-stars who are returning to their original roles for this new chapter in the Buffyverse. More on that in a moment, first here's what we know about the story so far as revealed in Sydney Bucksbaum's article click here to read it.

As it begins Spike (James Masters) has gone deep undercover in Los Angeles as he attempts to convince the forces of darkness that he is back to his evil ways. That is until his cover is compromised by a young slayer, Indira Nunnally (Laya DeLeon Hayes), now Spike must track down a watcher to guide her. That's when their paths cross with a veteran slayer from a parallel reality, a world where Buffy Summers never existed, and the one and only slayer is Cordelia Chase (Charisma Carpenter). Cordelia is searching for help to defeat a ‘big bad’ that is terrorising her world, none other than Spike's former love interest, Drusilla (Juliet Landau)

That's all we know about the plot of the series to date, however here is the cast list so far and fans will see plenty of names they will recognise:

Amber Benson as Tara Maclay
Charisma Carpenter as Cordelia Chase
Emma Caulfield Ford as Anya Jenkins & Anyanka
James Charles Leary as Clement "Clem"
Laya DeLeon Hayes as Indira Nunnally
Anthony Head as Rupert Giles
Juliet Landau as Drusilla "Dru"
James Masters as Spike
Danny Strong as Jonathan Levinson

Laya is a newcomer to The Buffyverse, some of you may recognise her name from several projects including playing Delilah Fulton on CBS drama, The Equaliser.

As well as starring in Buffy the Vampire Slayer Amber is no stranger to writing for the Buffyverse. In 2001 she teamed up with Christopher Golden to write a two-part comic book titled, Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Willow and Tara: "Wilderness” and “Wannablessedbe. Later re-released as a graphic novel in 2003 called Buffy The Vampire Slayer: Willow & Tara.

Amber also wrote “Innocent,” a short story set at the height of the French Revolution about Claudine who was The Slayer. This was released in 2011 as part of a collection of short stories called Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Tales.

Christopher Golden has also written within The Buffyverse, having written several Buffy the Vampire Slayer tie-in novels both during and after the show's time on the air. He also co-wrote the script for Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds videogame.

The pair have worked together on a number of other projects, including co-creating and writing Ghosts of Albion, an animated Internet series for the BBC and the subsequent novella and novels. For more information on their writing projects click on this link to The Written Word Section of the website.

In an informal Q&A on his official X (the social media platform formerly known as Twitter) Christopher revealed that Slayers: A Buffyverse Story is eight hours long and will be told over nine episodes. He did say that as far as he was aware all episodes would be available on the release day of October the 12th, although he couldn't confirm this.

What's even more exciting is that fans don't have long to wait as Slayers: A Buffyverse Story will be released on 12th October both here in the UK via Audible.co.uk and in the USA via Audible.com Fans can pre-order, Audible members can use a credit (plus a fee) to pre-order or it is available to buy for a one-off fee for non-members. Click the appropriate hyperlink to pre-order and find out more. The charge I paid was just over £5 plus 1 Audible Credit. I don’t know if this charge is the same for everyone or changes depending on your Audible package. If anyone in the UK or USA has any more information please get in touch and let me know.

As both a fan of Amber and Buffy I'm thrilled that she has been given this fantastic opportunity to add to her impressive body of work as a writer. I’m also delighted that she is returning to star in Slayers: A Buffyverse Story. Amber has largely retired from acting to focus on writing but I'm so excited that she is returning to play Tara once again. Tara's controversial exit from Buffy The Vampire Slayer was upsetting for many fans, myself included. The fact that Amber will once again step into the role of Tara means so much to me.

I apologise for the length of time it has taking me to post this update, I have been particularly busy with work and other commitments. I was also lucky enough meet Amber again last weekend at Cross Roads 7 Convention in Birmingham, UK. I will of course post more news on this exciting update as soon as I possibly can following its release. Thank you all for your patience.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of Slayers: A Buffyverse Story. All rights belong to Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation/The Walt Disney Company, Audible and Amber Benson & Christopher Golden. We have no connection to Entertainment Weekly or Sydney Bucksbaum. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about an exciting project starring, co-written & co-directed by Amber Benson.

Shevenge Directed By Amber Benson Is Now Available Via Amazon Prime In The UK

12/31/2020

Exciting news for UK fans as Shevenge (a short film) directed by Amber Benson is now available in the UK via Amazon Video platform.

Released in 2015 Shevenge was completed with the help of fans and film enthusiasts, myself included, who backed an Indiegogo.com crowd funding campaign to raise funds to complete postproduction.

The film centers on three friends Sam (Emme Rylan), Charley (Jessica Courtemanche) and Taylor (Megan Lee Joy) who while having a slumber party begin plotting revenge on their ex-boyfriends. We then join them on a journey into the darkest part of their imagination as they take Shevenge on each one of them. This dark comedy pays homage to favourite film genres including horror, fantasy and action.

Following a number of successful screenings in the USA the Shevenge team took it to London for its UK debut at the Film4 Fright Fest Film Festival in August 2015.

Earlier this year Shevenge was made available to own digitally in the UK via Amazon Video platform. Now there is more good news for Amber fans who have an Amazon Prime membership, Shevenge is available to stream for free as part of your membership.

Shevenge was released as part of the second season of Etheria horror, an anthology celebrating the work of female directors and other roles both in front of and behind the camera. Shevenge is among 10 short films set in the horror or sci-fi genres.

Amazon Video is available online via computer, smart devices, games consoles and smart TVs. For full details on how to purchase Etheria Season 2 or Shevenge individually or view as part of your Prime Video Membership click the link below:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Shevenge/dp/B08FRSSQB7/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Shevenge&qid=1609443243&sr=8-1

The good news for Amber fans in the USA is that Shevenge also available to stream as part of a Prime Membership. Like UK fans they also have the option to purchase Shevenge and/or buy the whole of Etheria Season 2. For full details click the link below:

https://www.amazon.com/Shevenge/dp/B08FRVHZDC/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Shevenge&qid=1609422133&sr=8-1

I'd like to thank fellow Amber fan Samantha for giving me a heads up about this so I can let you all know.

I'm thrilled that Shevenge is part of Etheria Season 2, congratulations to Amber, Emme, Jessica, Megan and all of the cast and crew. It's fantastic that Shevenge is now available to an even bigger audience both here in the UK and in the USA and I can't wait to watch it again.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV was not involved in any way with the making or production of Shevenge. We were not involved in the production of Etheria Season 2 or any of the short films within it. Nor do we have any connection to Amazon Video in the UK or USA. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about a new way to see an exciting short film directed by Amber Benson.

Shevenge Directed By Amber Benson Is Now Available Via Amazon Video In The UK

9/24/2020

Exciting news for UK fans as Shevenge (a short film) directed by Amber Benson is now available in the UK via Amazon Video platform. Released in 2015 Shevenge was completed with the help of fans and film enthusiasts, myself included who backed an Indiegogo.com crowd funding campaign to raise funds to complete postproduction.

The film centers on three friends Sam (Emme Rylan), Charley (Jessica Courtemanche) and Taylor (Megan Lee Joy) who are having a slumber party and they begin plotting revenge on their ex-boyfriends. We then join them on a journey into the darkest part of their imagination as they take Shevenge on each one of them. This dark comedy pays homage to favourite film genres including horror, fantasy and action.

Following a number of successful screenings in the USA the Shevenge team took it to London for it’s UK debut at the Film4 Fright Fest Film Festival in August 2015. Now Shevenge is available in the UK to own digitally via Amazon Video platform.

Shevenge is being released as part of the second season of Etheria horror anthology celebrating the work of female directors and other roles both in front of and behind the camera. Shevenge is among 10 short films set in the horror or sci-fi genres. Fans can either purchase the whole of Season 2 for £5.99 or alternatively you can buy Shevenge and/or the other short films separately for just 99p each. (prices correct on the date this post was published)

Amazon Video is available online via computer, smart devices, games consoles and smart TVs. For full details and to purchase Etheria Season 2 or Shevenge individually click the link below:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B08FRSSQB7/ref=tsm_1_tp_tc

Good news for Amber fans across the pond Etheria Season 2/Shevenge is also available to purchase via the US version of Amazon Video platform. For full details and/or to buy click the link below:

https://www.amazon.com/Zone-2/dp/B08FRVHZDC/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=etheria+2&qid=1600945210&sr=8-2

I'm thrilled that Shevenge is part of Etheria Season 2, congratulations to Amber, Emme, Jessica, Megan and all of the cast and crew. It's fantastic that Shevenge is now available to an even bigger audience both here in the UK and in the USA and I can't wait to watch it again.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV was not involved in any way with the making or production of Shevenge. We were not involved in the production of Etheria Season 2 or any of the short films within it. Nor do we have any connection to Amazon Video in the UK or USA. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about a new way to see an exciting short film directed by Amber Benson.

Amber was the Special Guest on The Debut Episode of The Femme Fatale Podcast

7/4/2020

A few days ago, the debut episode of The Femme Fatale Podcast was released. Amber was the special guest for the first in a brand-new series brought to you by the team behind The Femme Fatale Film Festival.

The Femme Fatale Film Festival was established three years ago with the aim of giving young female-identifying filmmakers the chance for their voices to be heard and to have their work shown on the big screen, to find out more click here.

The brand-new podcast will feature a series of interviews with female-identifying guests to talk about their careers in the entertainment industry. Amber was delighted to be the guest for the first ever episode which was hosted by Femme Fatale Film Festival founder and director Astrid Mohr.

Amber discusses her career in the entertainment industry having worked as an actress, producer, director, a successful novelist and now a writer for television. Together they discuss experiences of film festivals, Amber has experienced them as an actor and director as well as a film festival programmer herself. Amber reveals some of the positive and negative things she has experienced as a woman in the industry. She also talks about the key themes she likes to explore when writing and a whole lot more. This is a fascinating interview and a must listen for any Amber fan.

To listen to this episode of The Femme Fatale Podcast simply click the link below.

https://femmefatalefilmfestival.podbean.com/e/episode-1-amber-benson/

The podcast is also available to listen to and download via the Podbean app available for iOS and Android devices from their respective app stores. It's now also available via Apple podcasts. There is also a free transcript of the podcast available, to access it click here. As a disabled person myself I think it's fantastic that the podcast is available in another format and it’s not something I've ever seen before so well done to Astrid and her team.

I'm sorry I wasn't able to get this update online sooner it's been a busy few days for me, but I hope everyone enjoys this interesting and very enjoyable interview.

Joe

Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with The Femme Fatale Film Festival or The Femme Fatale Podcast. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting podcast featuring Amber Benson.

Amber Is A Guest On The Switchblade Sisters Podcast

2/27/2018

Last Thursday Amber was the guest on the Switchblade Sisters podcast. In each episode film critic April Wolfe invites a female actor, writer, director or producer to discuss one of their favourite action or genre films. As Amber has all of these credits to her name she was an ideal guest. Amber's chosen film was 1980s horror classic Night Of The Comet. It had a big impact on her at an early age in part due to it having two young female protagonists Amber and April talk about the film’s key messages and themes and much more.

They also delve into filmmaking and how Amber made her first self financed film Chance which she wrote and directed as well as playing the title role opposite former Buffy the Vampire Slayer co star James Marsters. It's a wonderful film and to find out more click the hyperlink to visit our dedicated Chance page. Amber also discusses her role of Tara on Buffy the Vampire Slayer and her 5 book Calliope Reaper-Jones series of novels. I think Calliope is a fantastic character and I love the world Amber created. To find out more please visit our visit our dedicated Calliope Reaper-Jones section by clicking the hyperlink above. They also discuss the need for female characters to be both complex and at times flawed.

I thoroughly enjoyed this podcast, it's an absolute must listen for any Amber fan. Her enthusiasm for writing and creating shines through and she's funny, honest and insightful. I'll be honest I hadn't even heard of Night Of the Comet before listening to this podcast but I was so intrigued I ordered the film online so I could watch it myself.

Switchblade Sisters podcast is available for free by clicking the link below and hitting the play button, it’s also available via Apple podcasts.

Disclaimer: The podcast contains strong language discretion is advised.

http://maximumfun.org/switchblade-sisters/switchblade-sisters-episode-16-night-comet-amber-benson

This is a brilliant listen for Amber fans and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Joe

Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of the Switchblade Sisters podcast. All rights belong to maximumfun.com, we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting podcast featuring Amber Benson.

Amber To Take Part In The Inner Space Women In Sci-Fi Discussion Panel Tomorrow!

8/5/2016

Amber recently posted on her official Twitter account that she is set to take part in The Inner Space: Women in Genre Panel on The 6th of August.

The members of the panel will discuss their own experiences as female filmmakers working within the sci-fi genre. Amber of course co-directed sci-fi comedy Drones with her former Buffy the Vampire Slayer co-star Adam Busch. Joining Amber on the panel are:

Claire Carré (writer/director/producer EMBERS)
Whitney Able (actor MONSTERS, DARK)
Christine Boylan (writer/producer ONCE UPON A TIME, CONSTANTINE)
Moderator: Gretchen McCourt (Executive Vice President ArcLight Entertainment, ArcLight Cinemas Women In Entertainment)

The panel will be held at the Arclight Cinema in Hollywood Los Angeles, California. It will take place after a screening of Claire Carré’s brand-new film EMBERS and is set to start at 6:30 PM.

For more information including how to book your place in the audience click the link below:

https://www.arclightcinemas.com/en/news/embers-qa?promo=spotlightH

I hope everyone who is able to attend has a great evening.

Joe

Disclaimer: AmberBenson.TV is not involved in any way with the Inner Space: Women in Genre Panel, Arclight Cinemas or EMBERS. This post is for informational purposes only. We are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting event featuring Amber Benson.

Amber Directs “Ribbons” Music Video

2/26/2016

Amber recently added to her body of work as a director working with Los Angeles-based rock/indie band Frankie and Rufus to direct their “Ribbons” music video. Ribbons is the second song to be taken from their brand-new album "What's Your Name?, What's Your Story?"

The video made its debut online earlier this week, Amber does a fantastic job of a vivid and original video that is a must see. This is the first time I’ve listened to Frankie and Rufus I really enjoyed it and if indie/rock is your genre then definitely check them out.

I have embedded the video below so all you need to do is click play to check it out for yourself.

To find out more about Frankie and Rufus click here to view their official website

Joe

Disclaimer: Amber Benson.TV is not involved in any way with the production of the "Ribbons" music video and are not involved with Frankie and Rufus in any way. This post is for informational purposes only we are simply trying to spread the word about another exciting project involving Amber Benson.