Tara Higgison

“Not just doubling a lead actress but being one” ( @ajcnews ) “Reshaping action cinema” ( @blackbeltmag ) Be apart of the action. THE HUMMING GROWS, a short film starring @karate.jewels directed by @aughbars Festivals & Awards (37 Festivals, 14 Awards, & 9 Nominations): Panic Fest, Official Selection 2025 Chattanooga Film Festival, Official Selection 2025 Charlotte Film Festival, Official Selection 2025 Gen Con Film Festival, Official Selection 2025 Days of the Dead International Film Festival, Award Winner Best Stunts, Best First Time Filmmaker Nomination 2025 WorldFest Houston International Film Festival, Remi Award Winner Silver 2025 Flickers’ Rhode Island International Film Festival, Semi-Finalist Award Nomination 2025 Stage 32 Short Film Contest, Finalist 2025 EMA Green Seal for Students 2025 Crimson Screen Horror Film Festival, Official Selection 2025 Philadelphia Latino Arts & Film Festival, LOLA Award Nomination 2025 Seattle Latino Film Festival, Official Selection 2025 Rome International Film Festival, Sylvia Jury Award Winner for Best Latinx Short 2024 International Puerto Rican Heritage Film Festival, Official Selection 2025 San Antonio Film Festival, Award Nomination 2025 International Thai Film Festival, Award Nomination 2025 Atlanta Horror Film Festival, Official Selection 2025 PopCon International Film Festival, Best Thriller Award Winner 2025 Macon Film Festival, Official Selection 2025
CaribbeanTales International Film Festival, Official Selection 2025 Cobb International Film Festival, Award Winner Best Soundtrack, Best Actress in a Local film 2025 Golden Isles Film Festival, Official Selection 2025
Raleigh Film & Art Festival, Official Selection 2025
Peaberry Film Festival, Official Selection 2025 SCAD Spotlight Showcase, Official Selection 2024 and more… For more information visit the link in our bio #TheHummingGrows

This stunt took ONE take… BTS vs Final Result 

Behind the scenes of #TheHummingGrows with acclaimed stunt actress and star of the film @karate.jewels 

With our stunt coordinator @theortizexperience , Jewelianna and Justin brought their expertise from Cobra Kai, Blue Beetle, Black Panther, Black Adam, and more to set and it paid off. 

Pulling off an action film this short limits your resources. We had only one day of rehearsal a week before shooting to nail down the choreography. 

We knew everyone was prepared day of. When it came time to shoot the scene, we quickly gathered together and slowly went over it one more time. 

Once Jewelianna, Justin, and the director @aughbars were ready to go... Camera rolling, mark, and action! Talent: @karate.jewels , Cade Shepard Stunt Coordinator: @theortizexperience DP: @lukeparkcine Sound: @trevor.rockwood Director: @aughbars Producer: @tmhigg 

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Still pinching myself over @thehumminggrows world premiere at @romefilm , where we won the Sylvia Award for Best Latin Short! It was a surreal experience watching our film on the big screen in both the ‘Georgia After Dark Shorts’ and ‘Latin Shorts’ blocks. And seeing our powerhouse lead, @karate.jewels , on the ‘A Conversation with Jewelianna Ramos Ortiz’ panel, sharing her inspiring journey was beyond words. I’m so grateful to be part of this project with such an extraordinary team of artists who poured their souls into every moment. Proud doesn’t even begin to cover it. Photography by @jatesart

In honor of @thehumminggrows filming one year ago! This is the first film I’ve ever produced (wow!) and it has been one of the most incredible and fulfilling experiences of my life. Working with an astonishing cast and crew has made this film so special for all of us. Seeing everyone’s hard work and talent showcased on the screen in such an impactful story is beyond inspiring. This film has only been made possible because of the work of every crew member. Working with @karate.jewels in her first lead role has been an incredible honor. Shedding light on the stunt community and kicking ass while doing it! Words cannot express my gratitude and adoration for @aughbars . To get to work with such a visionary is such a dream. From the moment I read his script, I knew just how special of a talent he is. No other collaborator has lifted me up or inspired me more. I want to always create with you. To many many more! photography by @jjcnphoto

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