Nick Read, a British filmmaker, is a director and director of photography based in London, renowned for his acclaimed observational documentaries that often capture the grit and intensity of difficult and dangerous locations.
Trained as a cameraman, Nick has been directing and filming award-winning documentaries for British and American broadcasters since 1990. His impressive body of work includes documentaries shot inside Israeli jails, the Baghdad Green Zone, and a Kabul trauma hospital, among many others.
With a career spanning over three decades, Nick has worked in more than 60 countries, earning numerous accolades and recognition for his outstanding work. His impressive trophy cabinet includes two Foreign Press Association awards, the Rory Peck Impact Award, the Creative Diversity Award for best documentary, and three BAFTA nominations for best director and best cinematography.
Nick's recent work is characterized by its powerful emotional appeal, storytelling craft, and distinctive visual style, which has become a hallmark of his filmmaking approach.
