Helena Coan is a multifaceted British creative force, effortlessly navigating the realms of both narrative and documentary filmmaking. Her most recent foray into the world of narrative cinema is the chilling short horror film, BLOOD RITES, a production of BBC Films. This spine-tingling endeavour has garnered widespread acclaim, having made its presence felt at esteemed US genre film festivals such as Fantastic Fest and Beyond Fest, as well as an impressive array of BAFTA and BIFA-recognised festivals within the UK. The film's impressive résumé boasts a nomination for the prestigious European Méliès d'argent award, alongside a well-deserved win for the Golden Bee in the category of Best Short Film at the Manchester Film Festival. As BLOOD RITES continues to make waves, it is being developed into a feature-length film, with Helena Coan set to take the helm as director.
