Graham Cantwell

Graham Cantwell

51 · Born: Mar 25, 1974

Personal Details

BornMar 25, 1974 Dublin, Ireland

Biography

Graham Cantwell, a renowned and multi award-winning independent filmmaker, has built a reputation for crafting captivating, hard-hitting dramas that seamlessly blend irreverent humor with profound themes of self-discovery and finding one's place in the world.

Throughout his illustrious career, Cantwell's films have garnered an impressive twelve nominations from the prestigious Irish Film and Television Academy Awards, and have gone on to win accolades at numerous international film festivals.

In addition to his numerous festival wins, Cantwell has been recognized for his outstanding work in the industry, including a nomination for a Screenwriters Guild of Ireland Award.

One of his most notable achievements is the Courage in Cinema award he received at the Santa Fe Film Festival, bestowed upon him for his powerful and poignant portrayal of the issue of bullying of LGBT teens.

Through his films, Cantwell has established himself as a masterful storyteller, capable of weaving complex narratives that resonate deeply with audiences worldwide.

Career

2007
Nuts
Nuts as Dinner Friend Two
2014
Poison Pen
Poison Pen as Writer
2021
Who We Love
Who We Love as Director, Writer
2013
The Callback Queen
The Callback Queen as Director, Writer
2008
Anton
Anton as Director
2003
A Dublin Story
A Dublin Story as Director