Is this the point to filmmaking?

THE BEAUTY OF MEDIOCRITY: I bloody hate wasting time. But I’m also starting to realise that great meaning lurks in dead-ends, misfires, bad shoots and flawed scripts. Projects I thought soaked up my most precious commodity might have great meaning after all. This film is another batch of short stories that didn’t make it on their own, and while at first glance seemed like a huge waste of time, turn out to be anything but.
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Produced and Directed by
BEAU MILES
Produced and Edited by
MITCH DRUMMOND
Edited by
LUCY CAWOOD
First cuts
JODI EVANS
CHRIS ORD
Filmed by
BEAU MILES
CHRIS ORD
HELEN BARCLAY
Final Sound Mix
JAMES DOBSON
Goodonya
BIG TREES for being magnificent.
GEOFF for his beach house.
THE BEACH for being a shadeless hassle.
ALTRA kicks.
PATAGONIA threads.
HAMISH BLAKE for the convo, coffee and cut.
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[@TimeBucks]

You have become my favorite filmmaker.

[@twod0ves]

It's so cool how Beau uses footage in the same resourceful way as he uses real-life materials. Nothing goes to waste. Everything can have a use and a purpose.

[@CampingRulesOkay]

That's such a cool observation, I never looked at it like that! 👍❤️

[@ElleAshterra]

@twod0ves Spot on! 🎯

[@ytaccforthing]

exactly what i was thinking!

[@bobbyslickton4742]

yes astute observation

[@sonickautschuhe]

It's all about the mindset. Don't be a capitalist sheep ⚒️🔴

[@shmeblord]

Beau's mediocre days are the highlight of my year at this point

[@CampingRulesOkay]

I felt exactly the same... That's why I started having my own adventures so I could have my own highlights. Go on, get out and have one yourself next year! 😉

[@shmeblord]

​@@CampingRulesOkay I plan on hiking a portion of the Appalachian trail during my semester gap after graduation! Just gotta make it through my classes 😢

[@pboyd4278]

Optimistic (1) of, relating to, or characterized by optimism : feeling or showing hope for the future an optimistic outlook an optimistic economic forecast a person with a hopeful, optimistic nature I'm feeling optimistic about our chances. (2) Beau Miles

[@nr_beast2677]

Beau brings me “mediocre” inspiration and happiness

[@Rufio1975]

Yup. He inspires me to make better videos.

[@olid7947]

Beau having haircuts by different people should become a series

[@Grievous-]

This is the first time I have seen him get haircuts without whinging.

[@blindninja907]

too bad we'll have to wait another year for his next haircut...

[@Teevock]

Beau is the change I want to see in the world. We should all strive to bring a bit of Beau into our lives, and enrich the lives of those around us. You sir, are appreciated. - Sincerely, Canada.

[@CampingRulesOkay]

He already inspired me and I'm sure he will inspire many more! Just hope I can do the same...

[@Dantick09]

A bit of mediocre

[@we-must-live]

there's some beau inside all of us

[@davidm4339]

"Everything is 7 out of 10, and that's okay. There's beauty in mediocrity." One of the best quotes I've ever heard in my life. Something to carry with me on this crazy journey.

[@garethjmsaunders]

I love this! About 10 years ago, I was going through a bunch of old (actual, physical) photos and I was amazed at how many of them were terrible. You know, those out-of-focus shots, the accidental button presses, the near misses. So I created a blog called "My rubbish photos: because even rubbish photos have a story" and I posted the photo and the story behind it. You've inspired me to revisit this in the new year. Thanks Beau!

[@AmazingJane137]

I love that idea!

[@christofs-a1834]

Gareth I'd love to see this come to life. Please post a link when it's up and running 👍

[@ericathefae]

I've been thinking a lot about this kind of thing lately - that sometimes the "bad" shots are actually the best ones: those that mean something and speak to you (even if others wont always be able to see it). That I should share my photos even if they're not "perfect", because life isn't and I'd rather photograph and share something real instead of just pretty.

[@XGoblinHunterX]

Thank you Beau, for being who you are, and for sharing your thoughts, feelings and emotions. I am 24 years old, i have had a really good life but i still feel lost in certain parts of being human, mostly related to thought, contemplation, and for me you are my one and only inspiration for life. Your way of thinking and your morals to life is the perfection we as humans could every achieve. I guess you would never see this comment, but these are my honest emotions, and i comment this for myself firstly, in my mission to learn how to express myself. But if you ever see this comment, just know mate. I truly, deeply appreciate you, and i aspire to be like you. Truly you are the gold standard of being human. Thank you, take care and never change my friend!

[@BeauMiles]

Just read it! Thanks Hunter. Yes mate. Be yourself. It's the best way to be.

[@christofs-a1834]

Write what you want to read 😊

[@TheBugChicks]

You have become my favorite filmmaker. I rewatch the last 2 minutes of "Run the Line" when I'm feeling down. Thank you for your work.- K

[@Legominder]

You mean the gherkin milk mate? Me too!😍 so many times.

[@gonzosoldier8179]

These little scraps of films are what other filmmakers would throw away but, true to form, Beau wastes nothing. Cheers Beau hope you and the family have a great Christmas

[@jimmygreenwood3681]

So happy Beau met someone like his wife.

[@itskarl79]

Self acceptance is love in it's most basic form. Thanks for the reminder Beau. Love you Buddy.

[@martyknox2218]

Amen to THAT! ☝️❤

[@s10m0t10n]

I give to you, ladies and gentlemen, Beau Miles. The ginger wild man who makes magnificence from mediocrity. Have a great Christmas, Beau.

[@CampingRulesOkay]

❤

[@keithboyd842]

For someone like me who suffers from depression.these small films by you and others show me that there is always another day which may be better. Thank you.

[@richardphillips3496]

Beau, hope you have at least a 70% Christmas mate. Thank you again for your inspiring words and effort. I really do love your work.

[@makingitthrough190]

Loved the one about the family trip to the tip. It reminded me that when we arrived at our new home town in Scotland a couple of years ago we didn’t have a car. So we tried to walk some rubbish to the local transfer station. Sadly, we weren’t allowed to leave our rubbish without having a vehicle because of safety reasons. Which, if you saw the layout you might understand. However, it is impossible to off load stuff without becoming a pedestrian at some point. It felt rather unnerving to think that folk who don’t have a car don’t have rubbish tip privileges!

[@rafaelraralio]

I love how this man makes profound things so simple and so accessible! And, every single frikin time I watch a Beau video (it doesn't have to be new, it could be one from 4, 5 years ago) I feel an itch to just DO. It’s so potent. And, I've used it so strategically. I could have a ratty dead-tired day, and I’d end up running a few miles. OR fucking petting a leaf or a tree. Like magic. The optimism and wonder is so fuckin infectious. Thank you! Been a fan for a long time.

[@tofanalexander]

Mediocrity is the real life so please keep filming it!

[@banshee1020]

As he said "I bloody hate wasting time" I was actively cracking open a shot of fireball to sit and watch this video when I should be wrapping gifts

[@reginag4053]

Crap. **closes computer, gets off bum and goes to wrap presents**

[@ringperm]

We need to see more Hamish in the future. He was a hoot and had a great screen presence.

[@ElliottTitley]

You inspire me big Beau. As a former Victorian, I have recently opted for a “Bush” change, and have moved to the forests of Tasmania. You are an absolute legend and inspiration of mine, to live a more connected way to the land.

[@miriam4235]

Seeing your family get excited to go on a tip run is fantastic. You really found (or made) your people. 🥰

[@doubletrouble260]

It would be lovely to have like a yearly video of "my worst attempts at filmmaking". Would be fun to have you narrate your experiences throughout the year, have a drink and just explore this year self.

[@garretthunterhodges]

This was a really cool video. It combined a year of your adventures, as we are closing out the 2023 year this seems very fitting. Merry Christmas everyone!! And a Happy New Year!!

[@ProfChris]

I love trees too! On one visit to Australia, my friend asked me why I kept taking pictures of trees. You have great trees there!

[@EdwardsOutdoorAdventures]

As almost always - thanks for making me laugh a bit this Christmas Eve morning - before the family wakes and the day starts.

[@roberthull7608]

Mate, finding your channel has been one of my internet highlights. Wishing you and yours a merry Christmas and a happy new year.

[@davidwoo8920]

somehow i don't believe the wife is going to settle for the asymmetric haircut. happy holidays to one of my favorite people on the web.

[@space_1073]

Your editing and storytelling are so simple but perfectly executed. Every time I click on one of your videos I know I'm in good hands of someone who knows what they're doing.

[@BnaBreaker]

Beau my boy you know damn bloody well that we'd all watch a film about you tying your shoes in the morning... you're the reason we're all here, not the supposed "quality" of your films!

[@geemail369]

Beau, you are the personification of what i like to call _"everyday magic"!_ ✨ Keep it up and a big heartfelt thank you for your unique output. 🙏🏻🌱

[@boris7161]

Thank you Beau for making thoughtful videos as always. Too few people making videos worth thinking about!

[@damo1074]

"Everything's 7/10 and that's OK. There's beauty in mediocrity." Love this Beau. If we don't clock the mediocrity and the very many times it doesn't go right, we don't learn. Thank you for doing what you do.

[@Irishkeyblade]

I think the "circuit breaker" film was a really good idea, and had real legs to inspire. Maybe if it was framed in not just work terms but life terms, it would be less work specific i.e. Waiting for a train, get quick jog in; on hold for a call, jog while you wait; hate the commute int he car, jog around the car park. Breaking up the mundane, predictable parts of life with something small special and new makes the simple interesting, the mundane exciting and and life more lived in the moment. Keep up the great work Beau, you are my favorite film maker!

[@OGMikeGyver]

Thank you Beau! Merry Christmas

[@astrocactus3910]

Beau, thank you for this, things have been hard for me lately and getting to see some of these "B-tracks" was somehow quite inspirational. Just really hit the spot, thank you, and merry christmas

[@chillinginny4490]

There is nothing mediocre about anything you do Beau! Thoroughly enjoyed this one. Happy healthy holidays to you and your family.✌️❤️

[@markissboi3583]

Thankz for your videos thruout the year Beau Merryxmas to you all

[@URM8Z]

you are a real cool dude. keep up the videos man i am still recovering from my sholder laberum surgery, thank you my friend i appreciate you

[@XaraFiasco]

What I loved the most was the conviviality amongst all who starred in this. Your personality shines through Beau, and so do your friends and lovely wife and amazing kidlets who prol have the best parents I've seen.

[@pigeon2531]

Hope you've had a good Christmas Beau, always a great time to watch a new video of yours.

[@liamnorson9032]

When Beau said "Everything's 7/10 and that's okay" it was like a great weight I didn't know I was carrying was lifted, I let out an audible sigh. What a great send off-near the end of the year. Cheers all.

[@brycedunlap]

As a USA based person, the only exposure I have to Hamish is from Lego Masters. He always seem so genuine. I can see why him and Beau got along well. Thanks Beau for the films. Ive been going through some mediocrity in my life recently, and this helps me to keep things in perspective.

[@mikeveith1294]

Mate, I reckon that is your best film, with a message that applies to so much of life. Love it. Thanks for sometimes letting it all hang out

[@coreyadcock]

Good stuff Bodi. I wanna see Helens face at that haircut tho. Its gotta be priceless 😂

[@janewhitzend688]

I bloody love you Beau and family. Whenever I get mixed up with internal turmoil you make me realise how good life is and let some of that crap go.

[@whistlepig]

This is meta-film making at it's best, making a story of untold stories. What an original idea, using the "B-SIDE" as Beau calls it. Well done, man.

[@theronstrong8765]

New video from you is a heck of a Christmas present for me

[@pwhitewick]

Your words and philosophies are always inspiring. Thanks Dude.

[@TheService95]

This man gives me something that I need, like an old friend from Australia coming to get me to love life more and stuff. good stuff as always beau

[@Shoelessme]

Your films or shorts are always enjoyable no matter how serious or silly...thank you from Virginia, USA

[@lowellbander7021]

Beau I so appreciate your attitude towards life, everything from the small bits like running in a collared shirt and eating fruit on the side of the road as you go -- you've helped me realize the type of beautiful life I want to live, one where I have tremendous agency and autonomy and freedom Yesterday I went on my first ever "circuit breaker" run, an impromptu 1.5mi jog midday. Saturday I'll try my hand at a baby running video !

[@RMJ1984]

Everytime i see really big and old trees, i always wonder what stories they could tell. In an ever changing world, trees are one of the few things that seem to be last. I walk past a tree where i live that was definitely planted before WW2. The odds of it surviving, the things it's seen, the people that have walked and talked past it. Love thinking about such things.

[@TheSnuggla]

Love your work Beau My 74yo Dad asked me today if I still follow you on YT, yes I certainly do. When he was asking me about you, his descreption of you was as the bloke you did a marathon around his farm and I knew instantly who he was talking about 😂

[@BeauMiles]

As good as a trivial pursuit question that one. Goodonya

[@eliotbern-a]

These are all amazing. Had to double-check if Glass was on the recycling sign after hearing the audio ...

[@jenscouts4598]

16+ minutes admiring that epic beard and wondering if it was a full year's growth since the 12 Days of Newness...

[@patrickferguson5928]

I just stumbled across your channel, and now feel like I’ve been left out from something amazing for too long! Glad to finally catch the memo 😂 I also found myself trying to like your video multiple times throughout it, so I thought it was then more appropriate to share a comment in addition to a 👍🏻.

[@Callatya]

Oh man, that footage of you and Hamish is heartbreaking. I'm so glad you pulled something together out of it so we could see. Also, three cheers on rocking the Trademutt shirt. It suits you ☺️

[@JennsCorner777]

Some of my favorite memories with my dearly departed Dad were doing pointless things. We would go get free coffee samples from a local World Market store here in California back in the early 2000s. Or we would get a cheap lunch of a hotdog at Costco. Your trip to the tip reminded me of that. Mediocrity is necessary, and I feel there's an untapped potential there to make core familial memories, especially with children in tow. Those moments run deep.

[@rachelmerigan6611]

Yet another Beau-ty from you Beau..... you keep me grounded. Have a wonderful Christmas!

[@martianmuppet]

Fantastic! Beau and family do it again. Thankyou, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

[@ChristianBehnke]

I love that Beau's cutting-room-floor material is still so entertaining. I 100% agree with the B-sides comment; some of my favourite songs come from the B-side of the album. Goodonya. 😉

[@kiyotomiyazaki1668]

Man, you are teaching us how hard it is to make a short film!!! Yes, lesson learned. Appreciate 100 times more for your films. Thank you!!!

[@TheTamrock2007]

Hello Beau, greetings from Thomaston Georgia. Just starting the video, and friend, you are awesome. I enjoy your travels. Only found you recently. But your an incredible human in my mind. Thank you for sharing your passion and your thoughts. I love them, and the glimpse into a world beyond me. Be well friend ❤

[@chasemicek5325]

I am inspired by you. Been watching you since the "Beans" film. I cant wait to see what 2024 brings us from you! Looking forward to it! Im an avid naturist as well as an Environmental Science teacher in Thailand. Appreciate what you are doing as a film maker.

[@TheWeedyGarden]

Xmas greetings maaate. Another pleasure watching your videos

[@SpiritedHumaneering]

"But the great truth about work that doesn't make it, is that it's just as important as the stuff that does." Wow - THANK YOU for this take, this perspective. This rings true as sort of timeless way to acknowledge all that goes into the making of the 'whole self'. The iceberg underneath that supports, creates and even builds the more visible tip.

[@phiasch]

Thanks for showing these failures, what went wrong, and key takeaways. It's a brilliant way to turn these duds into something good in aggregate

[@JorntWagenaar]

As soon as you put that trimmer on I thought "no going back now", and a second later you said it😂

[@adam79burgess]

I’ve had the ability to go out and run taken away from me. You get out every chance you can. Also, I fully subscribe to listen to your body. That philosophy just about saved my leg! Have a great Christmas. You big beautiful bastard!

[@talegunrdav]

I recently saw a KZbin video on Russel’s paradox of set theory and it reminded me so much of this video or vice versa. Keep up the good work.

[@2pie2mash]

Hallelujah Happy Days courtesy of the 'House of Beau' ✨️ Happy Christmas to Helen ,the kids, and You Goodonya Legend✨️ Stay Safe Always 🫶🦌🫏🐪☃️🙏🧿🎅🌟💫☮️🕊☯️🧡🎶🎄

[@glowingeye]

I really needed this episode, just didn‘t know it. Merry Christmas to you and your wonderful family! And greetings from Germany :)

[@AdventuresInSkateboarding]

I loved Junk Films and I love this. As a skateboarder, not a good one. There is a lot of editing left in the floor, out of focus shots, or just the same trick that really no one needs to see again. But that session was different to me. My last video I put the most work into. Is it my vision, no. But it is the best I could do with my current skill set. So I sent it. If people want to watch pro skating they can go watch pro skating. If they want to see an honest 47 year old put in work with passion for a kids toy then I am the guy. Anyway. I love these videos. Thanks for all you do. Absolutely brilliant.

[@BushKayakersCampingAustralia]

Nice one Beau I feel ok about my mediocre film making thats why I keep doing it . I am always learning something and loving doing it more each time You're an inspiration mate Happy new year !

[@alanfrazer3291]

Merry Christmas to you and yours. Through your story telling, and even in your view be it mediocre or not you have brought light to me on some of my darkest days and I say thank you. All the best Beau.

[@burntcrust8039]

Love your work Beau! You inspire me to get out everyday, i find myself asking myself in certain situations “what would Beau Miles do?” Thank you for sharing your adventures and projects. It’s true bliss

[@phil211293]

Hamish is a great energy to have on camera with you, Beau. You should definitely get some more films in with him! Also got your book for Christmas so hoping to become more inspired by your amazing work!

[@pameladaley955]

Maybe my fav film so far, Beau! Light-hearted; clear lessons beautifully illustrated, but MOSTLY - you didn't take it all so bloody serious! THANX!!

[@leefreeman8397]

I remember trips to the tip and abattoir as a highlight as a kid. Most of our presents came from the tip!!

[@baerrach]

Beau manscaped is as beautiful as his film making. It also shaves 10 years of his looks.

[@s-c..]

Haha, that was truly a Christmas gift at the end there!

[@X3sA]

Hey Beau, thank you for this Video. I am becoming a father of twins soon. Your Film about going to the Tip showed me, that it dosent nees those fancy Trips to whatever. The Most important Thing is to enjoy the time together.

[@theupshotproject]

This is brilliant. The stories you've created are brilliant and I really enjoy the honest reflection between each. It has helped us with taking a different look at videos that didnt make it to KZbin, and we hope to bring this recycling mindset into them. Keep bloody going you hairy legend ! We look forward to the next videos you and Mitch string together !!

[@crammyboy73]

Beau, I think you could release some merch with the tag line "Be more Beau" or some similar catchy phrase. Would sell loads. Merry Christmas to you, Helen and your little urchin's. Thank you for all of your films and insights, bless ya cotton socks, Steve

[@couttsylives]

Onya Beau! The ancient Greek Philosopher - Mediocrates - said it best..."Anything worth doing..is worth doing badly" (Yeah...I might've just made that up!🤣) Happy Chrissy & NY to you and yours...and thanks for everything you do. Cheers.

[@blaircoin2483]

Another bloody great video beau! Can't wait for the next one mate

[@GenericPulse]

Merry Christmas Beau and family.

[@Jmdeleeuw-]

Enlightenment isn't this holy thing that can't be reached. It's literally this. Beau, understanding how the world works and living his own life the best way he knows how. It's absolutely beautiful and inspiring.

[@serenaaltea755]

Beau your videos are the highlight on my KZbin viewing! You Aussie treasure you! Hope you and the family have an amazing Christmas 🎄

[@AlanShirtsink]

Thank you for adding a sense of calm to our lives. It really isn’t that serious is it this thing we call life

[@jeffmoffat6967]

Good to see you are still running! I thought i procrastinated shaving and haircuts! You are a beauty

[@novampires223]

When I was young, rough childhood, I wanted to travel and take photos of the big leaved maples under the power lines. They were chopped off yet never gave up trying. They are now massive trees that grow around the power lines. They are some of the most magnificent trees around to me. If they could survive, so could I. 😊

[@ASMRunning]

Much love. Inspiring me to create/write and to get back into running

[@evantyor6242]

Hey fantastic, thank you so much for this reminder. I love the b-side comparison.

[@daveys]

Wonderfully told as always Beau! My wife once cut her own hair, and I’m pretty sure that she did the same style on her hair as you did on yours.

[@Kel4aliving]

I love that the culminating scene had half of a side burn plus a walk out and back in shot.

[@MegaSuperCritic]

I had a dream I stayed with Miles as a houseguest for a few days. I could not keep up with him, and on my last day when I got up he was just finishing up with yard work. It was really embarrassing

[@BeauMiles]

this is funny Mega

[@robhulme2534]

Awesome instalment! I love the way you see the beauty in the ugly, rescuing and recycling mediocre media. Merry Christmas to you and the fam Beau. 🎅

[@nopeanutsnopaddle]

Have a good Christmas to you and yours Beau!! Thanks for the video!!

[@Stephfitzi72]

Merry Christmas 🎄 to you and your family 🍻thank you for sharing your creativity 💕