Latest Projects
The Magic MattressMusic for the CG animated feature film and audiobook The Magic Mattress (Cheerland Entertainment). "The Magic Mattress is a series of tall tales for children of all ages recounting the thrilling exploits of TIMMY THOMPSON and his one and only friend the skinny kitty KATHMANDU who are whisked up by the MAGIC MATTRESS each night and taken on thrilling adventures through time and space."
One HeavenMusic for the feature film One Heaven (Moonwolf Entertainment Group). Currently in pre-production. "One Heaven is an epic tale based on the legend of Bevois of Hampton. It features harrowing scenes of escape and murder, romance and great battles. From the ancient woods of Hampshire to the courtyards of Middle Eastern kingdoms..."
Little Birds
Music for the feature film Little Birds (currently in pre-production) starring Edward Speleers (Eragon, 2006) and Stephanie Beacham (Golden Globe nominee). "An offbeat romantic comedy about a synesthete and the tales he weaves, Little Birds is a surreal fantasia of the senses, a film that tells the story of a bunch of friends dissatisfied with love and life and everything in between."
Recently Completed Projects
Oxfam - The Art of Giving (2008)Music for the promotion of Oxfam Unwrapped starring Johnny Vegas and friends.
In His Shoes (2008)Music for UK Film Council/South West Screen funded short film In His Shoes starring Shaheen Khan (Bend It LIke Beckham, 2002). "A family drama which is colourful, contemporary, honest, tragic and very funny. Father's Footsteps takes a wry look at modern sexual identity"
Unseen (2008)Music for the short film Unseen.
"Abbey is an ordinary ten-year old girl who moves into a new house with her middle-class and seemingly happy family. However her parents' smiles hide a dark secret which often remains ignored and 'unseen' by the outside world."
Oxfam - Sisters On The Planet (2008)Music for Oxfam short films about vulnerable communities around the world that are affected by climate change. The films premiered on 11th June 2008 at the Prince Charles Cinema in Leicester Square, London. For more information please visit Sisters On The Planet "Climate change is already having a disproportionate impact on people in developing countries, and it’s hitting women hardest. It’s not the easiest idea to understand, so to help explain we’ve made these short films about women, in both rich and poor countries, who are determined to do whatever they can to put a stop to climate change - Oxfam GB".
Imagine Festival of the Arts (2008) "Performed live at the opening of the Imagine Festival of the Arts 2008 in the London Borough of Sutton. Leading up to this event, Imran was commissioned to work in Sutton's Taking Part project which is aimed to encourage and inspire individuals to participate in the arts. Taking Part engaged 20 groups across Sutton's communities, many of whom have had little or no regular access to the arts. Imran, along with Indian Classical singer, Chandra Chakraborty, worked with one group in a number of music sessions which concluded in a public music recital and the opening to the Imagine Festival."
Spiritual Mantra (2008)Indian influenced grooves and beats production music album released by OPM.
The Foundation (2007)Music for the short film The Foundation.
"A Hero rises from an ancient secret society called The Foundation to challenge an unstoppable enemy."
Mayomi (2007) Music and sound design for documentary Mayomi directed by Carol Salter (Rock Salt Films). "Mayomi is the story of a young woman's struggle for a new life after the devestating Tsunami of 2004. After being made homeless she must care for her disabled father, her alcoholic brother and his abandoned six-year old son."
Bollywood Soundtrack (2007)Indian cinema inspired production music album released by Noise Pump Music.
Oxfam - Ambassadors (2007) Music for Oxfam short films featuring Oxfam Ambassadors - American actress Scarlett Johannson and Indian actor Amitabh Bachchan. "In 2007 Scarlett Johannson travelled to Sri Lanka and India to meet young girls who have a chance to go to school against great prejudice and poverty, and she also met families affected by the Tsunami on the coastline of southern Sri Lanka."
Middle East Refashioned (2007)
Middle Eastern inspired production music album released by Noise Pump Music.
Other Completed Projects (2007/2008)
- Music for Xmas online game created by Film SFX company Framestore CFC (The Golden Compass (2007), Harry Potter (2001 - 2007)).
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