Murray Francis

Murray Francis has dipped his toes into some seriously wild projects. Z for Zachariah? Oh man, that’s a tense little post-apocalyptic drama, tucked away in a world basically wiped out by nuclear fallout. Picture rolling hills, isolation, and the kind of uncomfortable triangle that makes you wanna yell at the screen. Francis helped bring that whole atmosphere to life, where trust is as rare as clean water. Then you’ve got 10,000 BC—yep, that epic, mammoth-stomping, saber-toothed romp through prehistory. It’s got tribes on the move, wild landscapes, and more CGI creatures than you can shake a stick at. Francis played a part in making all those sweeping visuals and chase scenes feel downright massive, even if the science is, let’s just say, “Hollywood accurate.” And you can’t forget The World’s Fastest Indian. This one’s got a whole different vibe—way more heart, way less apocalypse. It’s about Burt Munro, a New Zealander with a wild dream and a motorcycle he’s souped up in his own garage. The story’s got grit, charm, and a solid dose of defying-the-odds energy. Francis worked behind the scenes to pack in every ounce of that underdog spirit. So, whether he’s crafting the end of the world, conjuring up woolly mammoths, or fueling a record-breaking road trip, Murray Francis is one of those folks who helps turn wild stories into something you can’t help but watch.