For our latest spotlight episode, Jayden interviews Award Winning British Filmmaker Joey Lever about his upcoming short Littlefoot, a reimagining of The Land Before Time. Joey discusses his love of storytelling, learning every role on set, building a small but talented crew, directing experienced voice actors, and blending realistic textures with Pixar-style animation.
He explains the challenge of condensing an hour-and-a-half story into a 15-minute short, the power of social media for connecting with cast and fans, and his hope that this project will reignite interest in the original film and lead to a feature adaptation.
Joey Lever is an award-winning filmmaker, content creator, and creative director whose work bridges pop culture and cinematic storytelling. From viral fan films that have inspired a generation of indie filmmakers to branded campaigns that reimagine how audiences connect with the brands they love, Joey’s projects capture the magic of movies with the immediacy of online culture.
Blending heartfelt narratives with bold visual direction, his work transforms everyday ideas into cinematic experiences that feel authentic, emotional, and alive. With over 120 million views across platforms and collaborations with studios like Disney, Paramount, and Universal, Joey continues to prove that powerful storytelling doesn’t depend on big budgets it depends on vision, passion, and heart.
Today, he uses his platform to champion the next wave of creators, reminding audiences everywhere that creativity thrives when you believe in the impossible.
