Ben Umstead

As a creative development specialist, script consultant and filmmaker, Ben works with artists outside the Hollywood norm, striving for a new freedom in cinematic storytelling. His films include the award-winning female veteran drama "Three Fingers", the dark parable "Tormenting the Hen" and black comedy "Homewrecker". For the past ten years Ben has worked as a film critic and editor for ScreenAnarchy.com, the leading voice in global cinema. Additionally, he programs for the Slamdance Film Festival.