How M.I.R.A. Was Made: A New Kind of Filmmaking
M.I.R.A.: Maximum Intelligence Robotic Assistant is more than just a short sci-fi film. It is a bold experiment in hybrid filmmaking.
The film’s imagery and animation were created using advanced AI tools, including MidJourney, Kling, Higgsfield, Hedra, and ElevenLabs. Every creative decision was made by hand, including the story, direction, editing, pacing, and original score.
Directed, written, edited, and scored by Daryl Bennett, M.I.R.A. uses AI as a visual engine. It is not a replacement for human storytelling. The result is a unique blend of high-concept science fiction and emotional power, produced through a workflow that pushes the boundaries of what is currently possible.
"AI is the brush, not the painter. The soul of the film comes from how it's shaped, not how it's rendered."
Daryl Bennett
This short marks the beginning of a larger story world. M.I.R.A. is currently being developed into a full-length feature film that expands on the emotional and philosophical questions introduced here.
This is not an AI film. It is a human film created with AI as a collaborator.
The film is currently screening privately.
Contact: daryl@darylbennett.tv for access.
Honored to be nominated for a Leo Award 2025 for Best Musical Score in a Feature Length Documentary for the gripping film Fight Like Hell.
I’ve been nominated for a Leo Award 2025 for Best Musical Score in a Short Documentary for Defining Moments — a touching tribute to a remarkable woman whose legacy continues to inspire.
My emotional musical score for the feature documentary State Organs is officially in the running for the 2025 Oscars as a contender for Best Original Score! This means my work has been deemed eligible, and I'm honored to be considered alongside such incredible talent. Here's to the next step!
To clarify, being an Oscar contender means my score has been considered eligible for nomination, but final nominations haven’t been announced yet. Super excited to be part of the process!
Red Carpet Premiere of Tootoo – October 11th, 2024 at Rogers Place
We’re thrilled to announce the highly anticipated red carpet premiere of Tootoo on October 11th, 2024, at Rogers Place! This special event will showcase the powerful story of Jordin Tootoo, one of hockey’s most inspirational figures.
Best Feature Film at the Marina Del Rey Film Festival 2024. Music and sound design- Daryl Bennett
Honoured to recieve a Leo Award nomination for my score on Wingman
April 2024 - I’m pleased to announce that I've been honored with the "Best Sound Design" award at the Puerto Aventuras Film Festival for my work on the feature film Lissa's Trip. Congrats to Jeffery Lando for receiving the Best Director and Best Editor award and to Sofia Vassilieva for winning the Best Actress award.
An excellent review for the score I composed for Deadwater Saloon
July 2023 - State Organs takes home two Leo Awards. Best Music in a Feature Documentary and Best Direction in a Feature Documentary
Lissa’s Trip. BEST SOUNDTRACK (FEATURE FILM)
Montelupo Fiorentino International Independent Film Festival
I’m excited to announce my YouTube channel, where I’ve posted a collection of original film scores from my work as a multi-award-winning composer. These compositions showcase my passion for storytelling through music, ranging from epic action to emotionally rich soundscapes. If you like what you hear, some of this music may be available for licensing for your film projects. Feel free to reach out to explore the possibilities! https://bit.ly/DarylBennett-YouTube
I’m very excited to have my soundtrack Deadwater Saloon released by Tanglefoot Games on the STEAM platform today. You can purchase the soundtrack by itself or bundled with the game. I hope you enjoy it.
Excited to announce that I am the recipient of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Award for Achievement in Arts
2022 Nomination for Best Musical Score Short Documentary
This fun and magical film keeps racking up the awards
Music composed by Daryl Bennett
WORLD PREMIERE
Manchester Film Festival MARCH 14,2022
BISPING WINS 3 2021 AMPIA AWARDS.
BEST DOCUMENTARY
BEST SOUND
BEST WRITER
May 27th 2021, Proud to receive the SOCAN Award for ACHIEVEMENT FOR MADE FOR TV MOVIE MUSIC.
Four 2021 Leo Award Nominations. Best Documentary, Best Direction, Best Editing and Best Musical Score for the Feature length Documentary BISPING
H.appiness short film
H.appiness garners 6 Nominations at its 2021 world premier at the SCIFI gainesville short film festival.
Daryl Bennett Best Musical Score.
2020 LEO NOMINATION
BEST MUSICAL SCORE DRAMATIC SERIES
2020 LEO NOMINATION
BEST MUSICAL SCORE SHORT DOCUMENTARY
2020 LEO AWARD NOMINATION
BEST MUSICAL SCORE DRAMATIC SHORT
