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  • CRITIC | Ruined Man

    Critic You don't invite someone you hate to dinner. Project: Feature Film Genre: Drama/Thriller Director: Michael Hennesy Producers: Tyler Mann, Emily Simons Writer: Michael Hennesy Production Company: Magnet Tape Cast: Brennen Coward , Edward Hightower, Rachel DeRouen, Tyler Mann Synopsis: After savaging a reclusive Director's new film, a disenchanted Film Critic is surprised to find himself invited to dinner with them, where their match of wits soon turns into something far more sinister.

  • PRESS | Ruined Man

    PRESS RUINED Tyler Mann on the ' REEL CREATORS of the TEXAS HILL COUNTRY ' PODCAST "I Voted isn’t just a film—it’s a mirror held up to today’s political divide. Director Tyler Mann shares why storytelling must confront the issues we live through— a bold take on art & authenticity. " -Thomas Fox, Reel Creators Podcast Host I VOTED wins Best Feature at the 2025 Austin Lift-Off Film Festival! See All Winners Here "In times like today I Voted is among the works that are needed ... The tension was executed masterfully to shock us into a gripping and disturbing climax" -Annonymous Judge, Austin Lift-Off Film Festival I VOTED wins FIVE AWARDS at the 2025 PRISON CITY Film Festival! See All Winners Here Ruined Man Productions voted ' Best Film Production COmpany ' The Best of North Hays County 2024 contest, hosted by The Hays Free Press, is an annual event that recognizes and celebrates the best businesses and individuals in the North Hays County area. The contest involves a nomination round, followed by a voting round, and culminates in the announcement of winners. Click to see All Winners Article about 'I VOTED' at ANOTHER HOLE IN THE HEAD FILM FESTIVAL Read Full Article Here " I Voted is one of the best films in the Another Hole in the head film fest lineup" -Randy Myers, Bay City News I VOTED wins the feature film ' Audience Choice award ' at The 2024 Lone Star Film Festival! Read Full Article Here "It’s one of those films that when you watch it you think this is really what’s happening … and it goes to a different place. I’m not going to give anything away, but it’s a great independent film ." -Chad Matthews , LSFF Executive Director Rachel DeRouen & Tyler Mann on The ACTOr FACTOR PODCAST CLICK HERE TO LISTEN!

  • AWARDS | Ruined Man

    AWARDS & RECOGNITION I VOTED has been fortunate to be selected for 17 film festivals and has won 10 awards ranging from Best Feature, Audience Choice Awards, Best Actress, Best Cinematography, Best Make-Up, and Best Stunt Choreography! WINNER - Audience Choice Award Lone Star Film Festival *Texas Premiere* Festival Info The Lone Star Film Festival has grown into a premier destination for filmmakers, producers, industry professionals, and film enthusiasts, with the honor of being ranked as a “Top 50 Film Festival” by MovieMaker Magazine. 'I Voted' screened amongst the premiere of Taylor Sheridan's 'Landman' starring Billy Bob Thornton, A24's 'Sing Sing' starring Coleman Domingo, 'Nuked' starring Justin Bartha and ' Lars Shrike Walks T he Night' starring Kelsey Grammer. WINNER - Best Feature The western Film Festival Festival Info The Western Film Festival had its name derived from The Great Western Trail Drive but it is not just a film festival for western films! 'I Voted' played amongst some incredible independent western films out there. By the end, 'I Voted' walked away with a beautifully crafted 'Best Feature' belt buckle award. 5x Award Winner! -Best Actress -Best in Genre (Suspense/Thriller) -Best Make-Up -Best Stunt Choreography/Fight Scene -'Ad-Seg' Award for Most Intense Prison City Film Festival Festival Info THE PRISON CITY FILM FESTIVAL is a 4-day Independent Film Festival based at the Old Town Theatre in Huntsville, TX packed with Special Presentations, Q&As and informative open Discussions, Receptions & Networking Mixers (during & after hours), Live Entertainment, and of course – feature films, shorts, documentaries, music videos, and more. All of this follows with a spectacular PCFF Red Carpet Awards Gala! 'I Voted' was nominated for 18 awards and won walked away with 5 beautiful glass trophies. WINNER - Best Narrative Feature & Audience Choice Award Austin Lift-Off Film fEstival Festival Info Austin Lift-Off Film Festival is one of twelve festivals each year that showcases films that are then voted on by the viewing audience which then the winners go on to the Network Round to be judged by the network community. The winning films will then go on to the Season Awards at the end of the year screening at the world renown Pinewood Studios in the U.K. 'I Voted' earned the most votes form the festival's audience in the first round and then was judged as the 'Best Feature' for the Austin festival and will go on the be nominated at the Season Awards in Pinewood Studios. WINNER - Best Cinematography North Idaho Film Festival Festival Info *Premiere* Located in the heart of North Idaho, NoID Film Festival is more than just a celebration of independent cinema. It’s a platform that strengthens the cultural impact on a local and national level by providing opportunities for networking, exposure, and a vibrant community. I Voted's incredible cinematographer, Ricardo Jacques Galé, took home the award for Best Cinematography making I Voted's premiere festival a success! Official Selection 53 rd Molodist International Film Festival *International Premiere* Festival Info Over the course of half a century 'Molodist' developed from the local, purely professional review of student films of the newly opened Faculty of Cinematography at the Karpenko-Kary University to a major international event that discovers world-class directors. 'I Voted' had its international premiere here in the prestigious festival's Midnight Special program alongside other notable films such as 'K razy House' starring Nick Frost & Alicia Silverstone, 'Chainsaws Were Singing' and 'Virgo'. Official Selection Kevin Smith's SModcastle Film Festival Festival Info Over the course of half a century 'Molodist' developed from the local, purely professional review of student films of the newly opened Faculty of Cinematography at the Karpenko-Kary University to a major international event that discovers world-class directors. 'I Voted' had its international premiere here in the prestigious festival's Midnight Special program alongside other notable films such as 'K razy House' starring Nick Frost & Alicia Silverstone, 'Chainsaws Were Singing' and 'Virgo'. Official Selection Another Hole in the Head Film Feastival *West Coast Premiere* Festival Info ‘Another Hole in the Head’ Film Festival is a three-week-plus cinematic excursion into the realms of Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, and assorted other genres. Another Hole in the Head pulls together a diverse collection of films representing all varieties and budgetary considerations, providing a unique vehicle for independent cinema. Going for 22 years, AHITH has become a destination event for top-class, curated genre films, so having 'I Voted' selected and screening at the historic Balboa Theatre in San Francisco among some truly amazing work was a huge honor! Official Selection Louisville International Film Festival Festival Info ‘Another Hole in the Head’ Film Festival is a three-week-plus cinematic excursion into the realms of Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, and assorted other genres. Another Hole in the Head pulls together a diverse collection of films representing all varieties and budgetary considerations, providing a unique vehicle for independent cinema. Going for 22 years, AHITH has become a destination event for top-class, curated genre films, so having 'I Voted' selected and screening at the historic Balboa Theatre in San Francisco among some truly amazing work was a huge honor! Honorable Mention Hollywood New Directors Film Festival Festival Info Over the course of half a century 'Molodist' developed from the local, purely professional review of student films of the newly opened Faculty of Cinematography at the Karpenko-Kary University to a major international event that discovers world-class directors. 'I Voted' had its international premiere here in the prestigious festival's Midnight Special program alongside other notable films such as 'K razy House' starring Nick Frost & Alicia Silverstone, 'Chainsaws Were Singing' and 'Virgo'. Official Selection GTX Film Festival Festival Info Over the course of half a century 'Molodist' developed from the local, purely professional review of student films of the newly opened Faculty of Cinematography at the Karpenko-Kary University to a major international event that discovers world-class directors. 'I Voted' had its international premiere here in the prestigious festival's Midnight Special program alongside other notable films such as 'K razy House' starring Nick Frost & Alicia Silverstone, 'Chainsaws Were Singing' and 'Virgo'. Official Selection Studio City International Film Festival Festival Info Over the course of half a century 'Molodist' developed from the local, purely professional review of student films of the newly opened Faculty of Cinematography at the Karpenko-Kary University to a major international event that discovers world-class directors. 'I Voted' had its international premiere here in the prestigious festival's Midnight Special program alongside other notable films such as 'K razy House' starring Nick Frost & Alicia Silverstone, 'Chainsaws Were Singing' and 'Virgo'. Official Selection Zion International Film Festival Festival Info Over the course of half a century 'Molodist' developed from the local, purely professional review of student films of the newly opened Faculty of Cinematography at the Karpenko-Kary University to a major international event that discovers world-class directors. 'I Voted' had its international premiere here in the prestigious festival's Midnight Special program alongside other notable films such as 'K razy House' starring Nick Frost & Alicia Silverstone, 'Chainsaws Were Singing' and 'Virgo'. Official Selection Rockport Film Festival Festival Info The Rockport Film Festival celebrates the best of independent cinema on the Texas Coast. Showcasing shorts, features, documentaries, animations and student films, Rockport Film Festival is a welcoming four-day event that highlights talent from Texas and all over the country and world. The Festival plays host to filmmakers, producers, industry professionals and film aficionados all in the relaxing environment of Rockport, Texas. Alumni include Richard Linklater (BOYHOOD) and Kat Candler (HELLION). Official Selection Freedom Festival International Festival Info Freedom Festival International is a festival dedicated to showcasing, promoting, and networking independent filmmakers and the great films they've made from around the world. With the additional highlighting of women and veteran filmmakers, we will honor an influential woman and veteran with the coveted Woman Torchbearer of the Year and Veteran of Freedom Torch Award. This is fitting in conjunction with the month of August celebrating the holidays of Purple Heart Day and Women's Equality Day. Official Selection Hot Springs International Horror Film Festival Festival Info Horror enthusiasts and filmmakers from around the world gather in Hot Springs, Arkansas for an unforgettable cinematic experience: the Hot Springs International Horror Film Festival. Brought to you by the acclaimed Hot Springs Arts & Film Institute, this festival has become an iconic event for horror genre aficionados, celebrities and filmmakers alike.

  • CAST | Ruined Man

    THE CAST Director - Writer - Producer - Editor Filmmaker & editor Tyler Mann turned childhood passion into a career. Mentored by Linklater & editing for top clients, he directed the award-winning feature I Voted, showcasing film's power for exploring different perspectives. PREVIOUS WORKS: -Lifecell -Critic -ANGEL TYLER MANN Winner BEST FEature Film Writer - Producer - Actor Brief blurb BIo PREVIOUS WORKS: -Carnage Radio -Three Headed Beast -Scream: Legacy RACHEL D E ROUEN Winner BEST FEature Film Producer Brief blurb BIo PREVIOUS WORKS: -Canine Soldiers -Bad Kids go To HELL -Weaving Worlds KRISTINA MANN Winner BEST Cinematography Director of Photogrpahy Brief blurb BIo Roger Corman gave Ricardo his first opportunity as a Cinematographer. Ricardo's projects have won numerous awards including the François Chalais Award at the Cannes Film Festival and the International Critics Award at the Toronto Film Festival for " West Beirut ". PREVIOUS WORKS: -West Beruit -Within Sand -Touching Home RICARDO GALÉ Nominee Best Music Composer Gavin has 7 years of professional experience in composing, arranging and session recording. Since becoming an independent artist, he has scored a short film for an LA based media group as well as other smaller scale projects for local productions. GAVIN GLOVER Winner BEST Fight Scene/Stunt Choreography Stunt Coordinator Tobie Minor is an accomplished theatre professional specializing in acting, stage combat, and intimacy direction. He serves as the Director of Stage Combat and Intimacy at Texas State University and is an award-winning fight choreographer for prominent theatres throughout the Austin area. With over 23 years of experience as an Advanced Actor Combatant, he has been recognized with multiple awards for both his artistic work and his excellence in teaching. PREVIOUS WORKS: -Zero Charisma -Addict Named Hal -Haze TOBIE MINOR CAMERA PREVIOUS WORKS: -Need for SPeed -Nightcrawler -AMC's Fear The Walking Dead -Jackass Forever ANDREW LABOY Winner BEST Make-Up Special Effects Make-up Artist Zachry Smith, is a multi faceted cinema makeup artist born and raised in San Antonio,TX. As an artist, he works in Makeup/FX, hair and specialty wigs. Through his experience he has had the pleasure of working with amazing talent, celebrity and social alike. From beauty makeup and special fx to advanced aesthetics and skin care; as well as hairstyling and specialty wigs. PREVIOUS WORKS: -HBO's Love and Death -1923 -Lioness ZACHRY SMITH

  • LETHE | Ruined Man

    LETHE He hopes to go where he wants. Project: Short Film Genre: Drama, Sci-Fi Director: Tyler Mann Producers: Tyler Mann Writers: Tyler Mann Cast: Steven Bellairs, Richard Weinshhenk, Kaydee Carr, Terri Norman Synopsis: Elderly man, Lethe, recently put in a home after the passing of his wife, tells his visiting son he has the ability to teleport. Visit the Alzheimer's Association for more information on the disease and how you can help.

  • Video Production | Ruined Man Productions | Central Texas

    Ruined Man Productions can provide creative video solutions for your marketing and entertainment needs! We can produce branded content, training videos, corporate videos, commercial, travel, event and narrative films. CREATIVE VIDEO SOLUTIONS FOR ANY BUDGET Ruined Man Productions is an award-winning video production company based in Central Texas just outside Austin. We specialized in NARRATIVE FILMS and affordable BRANDED VIDEO CONTENT . As a collaborative partner, we work closely with our clients to create content for entertainment and marketing campaigns across all media platforms. Our capabilities allow us to deliver broadcast quality, high-definition video, in-house video post-production, motion design and animation, content ideation, and more! Trust Ruined Man to bring your story to life! PRE-PRODUCTION We can budget, schedule, refine stories, crew up and handle casting for your specific project's needs. VIDEO PRODUCTION Our broadcast quality video production will bring ideas to life in stunning 4k and 1080p to tell your story through the power of the moving image. POST-PRODUCTION Video post-production is done by our team of experienced editors who put the finishing touches on your story. WHAT WE CAN DO GENERATE BRAND AWARENESS WHAT PEOPLE SAY MagicKitchen.com I asked Tyler for something very special, with a ton of energy, and he delivered! Looks great, lighting is good, energy is definitely there. Everyone at my firm loves it! National Council on Strength & Fitness Excellent job! He is my go to for promo videos! Gem Seekers Tyler absolutely killed this! Did everything I wanted to the video but even more and went above and beyond my expectations. He is very talented at what he does and will not disappoint in any aspect! MJB Trades Inc. This guy knows what he is doing. Phenomenal work, timely, and always on budget. Henry Ballard Jr. Tyler is the real deal. He did a phenomenal job! I explained what I needed and he delivered 200%. I look forward to using him for future projects. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. FEATURED WORK Water 2 Wine Promo Sip on something special! Water 2 Wine is a small batch winery in Buda, Texas that crafts over 50 varietals of wine in house. With a large selection of low-sulfate wines, you can uncork and unwind with a glass of something you're guaranteed to love and that won't leave you with a terrible headache. For a fun activity, you and a group can create and bottle your own custom wine. With online marketing in mind, we kept the video short and faster paced while aiming to capturing the local, down-to-earth vibe the winery has while showing off the wine with beautiful footage to make customers want a glass of their own. Strategy, production and post-production handled by Ruined Man Productions. DEMAND GREATER IMPACT YOUR PASSION TOLD THROUGH OUR VIDEO! SCHEDULE YOUR FREE STRATEGY MEETING TODAY! What can we help you with? Services we provide... What's your budget? Choose an option Submit Thanks for submitting! WORK WITH US

  • GET INVOLVED | Ruined Man

    GET INVOLVED 3 ways you can help us bring this film to the big screen! 1) VOTE FOR YOUR CITY 2) INVEST 3) DONATE to bring I VOTED to a theater in YOUR city When your city gets enough nominations, you will be the first to experience the film! SHARE! Copy link VOTE Click here to vote CAST YOUR VOTE! INVESTment opportunity Presenting a unique, late-stage investment opportunity with the feature film, I Voted. With production and post-production successfully concluded, the primary cinematic and financial risks have been eliminated. We are now seeking capital partners to provide Prints & Advertising (P&A) funding to support a targeted distribution and marketing campaign, the final stage before revenue generation. Our comprehensive pitch deck outlines the film's market position, distribution strategy, and details the structured financial benefits available to our investors. To review the pitch deck and explore this opportunity further, please submit your email address below. Request our Pitch Deck! Email* Subscribe I want to subscribe to your mailing list. GRASSROOTS FUNDING CAMPAIGN COMING SOON! Email Submit Sign up to get updates

  • COMMERCIAL WORK | Ruined Man

    Tyler Mann of Ruined Man Productions previous portfolio of video work for clients. Projects were either edited, produced or directed by Tyler Mann of Ruined Man Productions. VIDEOS THAT CONVERT CUSTOMERS All Videos All Categories Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Play Video Load More

  • Home | Ruined Man Productions

    Narrative video production work from Tyler Mann of Ruined Man Productions. WE TELL INCREDIBLE STORIES WITH A REAL IMPACT Ruined Man Productions is an award-winning video production company based in Central Texas just outside Austin. We specialized in narrative films and branded, commercial work. As a collaborative partner, we work closely with our clients to create content for entertainment and marketing campaigns across all media platforms. Our capabilities allow us to deliver broadcast quality, high-definition video, in-house video post-production, motion design and animation, content ideation, and more! Let Ruined Man bring your ideas to life! PRE-PRODUCTION We can budget, schedule, refine stories, crew up and handle casting for your specific project's needs. VIDEO PRODUCTION Our broadcast quality video production will bring ideas to life in stunning 4k and 1080p to tell your story through the power of the moving image. POST-PRODUCTION Video post-production is done by our team of experienced editors who put the finishing touches on your story. Short Film 12:43 In a dystopian future where everyone is powered by batteries, Jace and Em decide to risk everything at the hope of a better future. Awards/Recognition: AUDIENCE CHOICE WINNER Austin Lift-Off Film Festival 2022 BEST SCI-FI FILM Cannes Independent Film Festival 2022 WINNER SATX Cinema Showdown 2022 BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY Fantasy/Sci-Fi Film & Screenplay Festival 2022 BEST EDITING Lily Indie Film Fest 2022 BEST TRAILER Lily Indie Film Fest 2022 BEST SOUNDTRACK ONYKO Film Festival 2022 BEST SHORT FILM NOMINEE SATX Film Fiesta 2022 BEST SCI-FI SHORT NOMINEE FantaSci Film Festival 2022 SEMI-FINALIST Paris International Film Festival 2022 OFFICIAL SELECTION Awesome Con Film Festival 2022 OFFICIAL SELECTION Austin Action Film Festival 2022 OFFICIAL SELECTION Roswell Sci-Fi Film Fest 2022 OFFICIAL SELECTION V.i.Z. Film Fest 2022 Interview with TYLER MANN TYLER MANN on a PODCAST LIFECELL FilmNet Review To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Short Film 10:49 An elderly man in a nursing home finds out he has a special ability. He can teleport. The film delves into the mind and asks the question if the brain percieves it as so, is it real? It deals with Alzhiemer’s and the relationship of a father and son. OTHER PROJECTS Critic - Feature Status: Post-Production Writer, Director. Michael Hennesey Executive Producer Emily Simons Producer Tyler Mann Associate Producer Rachel DeRouen A Lion's Game - Feature Status: Post-Production Director Travis Brown Writers Bella Dontine & Travis Brown Editor Tyler Mann YOUR PASSION TOLD THROUGH OUR VIDEO SCHEDULE YOUR FREE MEETING TODAY! What can we help you with? Services we provide... What's your budget? Choose an option Submit Thanks for submitting!

  • CREW | Ruined Man

    THE CREW Winner BEST FEature Film Director - Writer - Producer - Editor Filmmaker & editor Tyler Mann turned childhood passion into a career. Mentored by Linklater & editing for top clients, he directed the award-winning feature I Voted, showcasing film's power for exploring different perspectives. PREVIOUS WORKS: -Lifecell -Critic -ANGEL TYLER MANN Winner BEST FEature Film Writer - Producer - Actor Brief blurb BIo PREVIOUS WORKS: -Carnage Radio -Three Headed Beast -Scream: Legacy RACHEL D E ROUEN Winner BEST FEature Film Producer Brief blurb BIo PREVIOUS WORKS: -Canine Soldiers -Bad Kids go To HELL -Weaving Worlds KRISTINA MANN Winner BEST Cinematography Director of Photogrpahy Brief blurb BIo Roger Corman gave Ricardo his first opportunity as a Cinematographer. Ricardo's projects have won numerous awards including the François Chalais Award at the Cannes Film Festival and the International Critics Award at the Toronto Film Festival for " West Beirut ". PREVIOUS WORKS: -West Beruit -Within Sand -Touching Home RICARDO GALÉ Nominee Best Music Composer Gavin has 7 years of professional experience in composing, arranging and session recording. Since becoming an independent artist, he has scored a short film for an LA based media group as well as other smaller scale projects for local productions. GAVIN GLOVER CAMERA PREVIOUS WORKS: -Need for SPeed -Nightcrawler -AMC's Fear The Walking Dead -Jackass Forever ANDREW LABOY Winner BEST Fight Scene/Stunt Choreography Stunt Coordinator Tobie Minor is an accomplished theatre professional specializing in acting, stage combat, and intimacy direction. He serves as the Director of Stage Combat and Intimacy at Texas State University and is an award-winning fight choreographer for prominent theatres throughout the Austin area. With over 23 years of experience as an Advanced Actor Combatant, he has been recognized with multiple awards for both his artistic work and his excellence in teaching. PREVIOUS WORKS: -Zero Charisma -Addict Named Hal -Haze TOBIE MINOR Winner BEST Make-Up Special Effects Make-up Artist Zachry Smith, is a multi faceted cinema makeup artist born and raised in San Antonio,TX. As an artist, he works in Makeup/FX, hair and specialty wigs. Through his experience he has had the pleasure of working with amazing talent, celebrity and social alike. From beauty makeup and special fx to advanced aesthetics and skin care; as well as hairstyling and specialty wigs. PREVIOUS WORKS: -HBO's Love and Death -1923 -Lioness ZACHRY SMITH CAMERA & ELECTRICAL DEPARTMENT Derrick Dixon .............Key Grip Sarah Gallagher .........first assistant camera (as Sarah Jones) Adam Lichtenberger ...second assistant camera Matthew McCloskey ....steadicam operator Steve Urban ................additional camera operator Jesse Vielleux.............second assistant camera Louis Watt...................first assistant camera SOUND DEPARTMENT Justin Hennard....re-recording mixer / sound designer Morgan Honaker..sound effects editor Matt Lennon.........dialogue editor Cydney Schwartz..production sound mixer Mike Williams....... boom operator PRODUCITON ASSISTANTS Jack Boyce Kenia Gallegos Madison Lindell Geoffrey Masso KYLE PEED MUSIC Hannah Dara...viola instrumentalist SFX Make-UP Fabian Alejandro Diaz...SFX Assistant Casting By Katrina Cook at Katz KAsting Legal Services Brooks Rice Law Cameras provided by Scott Ellison Films RENTAL EQUIPMENT FROM MPS Studios Special Thanks Richard Linklater ★ Tommy G. Warren ★ Michael Tully ★ Nancy Schiesari Lisa Belcher ★ Lori Madrid ★ John Valley ★ Robin DeRouen ★ Voncile DeRouen ★ Jon Harvey Sponsors Dell Technologies ★ The Blue Deal ★ G&G Armament ★ 5.11 Tactical High Brew Coffee ★ Progress Coffee ★ Red Horn Brew ★ Fara Coffee ★ Bola Pizza Rhythm Super Foods ★ Guayaki Beverages ★ Liquid Death

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