Urban CIty FIlms is a London Based Independent production company founded by Director Ben Lord and Producer Steve Keeble
Ben Lord
Ben Lord is an accomplished creative professional with a rich background in the arts, coming from a family of notable photographers, artists, and actors. His aunt, Rosemary Lord, is a former actor, chair of BAFTA L.A., and now a prominent writer. Ben's early career included acting, with featured roles in popular BBC shows such as "Eastenders" and "Holby City." Transitioning to behind-the-camera roles, he has made significant contributions as a Director, Producer, Casting Director, and Location Manager. Ben co-owns the film company Urban City Films with his partner Steve Keeble.
Ben directed and scripted esteemed actors Stephen Fry and Dominic West for the multi-award-winning feature documentary "After 82." He also co-directed and produced "Faith, Hope and Charity," which was recorded live at the Southwark Playhouse in London in 2012. This production featured an interview with Christopher Hampton, an Oscar, BAFTA, and Tony Award-winning translator.
In addition to his film and television work, Ben has a strong presence in theater. He has acted in various stage productions and is currently writing a play based on interviews from "After 82." This play was workshopped and published at the Immersive Theatre and The Cockpit Theatre in London, receiving high praise and selling out its performances. It is anticipated that "Voice" will be showcased sometime in the near future.
Steve Keeble
Steve Keeble is a Film Director, Producer, and Voice Over Artist with a notable career in the entertainment industry. He initially began his career as an actor, appearing in popular BBC shows such as "Eastenders" and "Holby City." Steve produced and executive produced his first feature, the multi-award-winning documentary "After 82," which features Dominic West. This documentary, created with his partner Ben Lord, focuses on the HIV/AIDS pandemic in the United Kingdom and includes interviews with long-term HIV survivors. Together, Steve and Ben co-own Urban City Films.
Steve's other significant credits include co-directing and producing "Faith, Hope and Charity," which was recorded live for archival purposes at the Southwark Playhouse in London in 2012. This production included an interview with Christopher Hampton, an Oscar, BAFTA, and Tony Award-winning translator.
Steve and Ben have also shared their expertise and experiences through talks at various prestigious venues, including The Reading Rooms in Soho, London, The Actors Church in Covent Garden, London South Bank University, The Wellcome Trust, and The Houses of Parliament
