About
Michael is an award winning Writer, Director and Actor from South London working in Film (Short and Feature), TV and Online content.
Since graduating in 2009 Michael has appeared in several original stage plays and independent films including Supernova by Scott Lyus and Web Series Chronicles of Syntax.
In 2013 Michael founded Posh Dinosaur Productions creating new original content for Film, TV and Online media. Since Michael launched the company is has gone from strength to strength. Their first short film Darjeeling (2013) was selected for the Top Shorts Film Festival and the Los Angeles Cinefest. 2015 was a successful year for Michael and the company when he wrote, directed and starred in original comedy web series Cupid (2014). The series has been and official selection at 10 international festivals picking up 4 nominations including Best Comedic Writing (Miami Web Fest 2015), Promising UK Web Series (UK Web Fest 2015) and Winning Best Web Series (Digitalmation Awards May 2015). Currently Already Dead (2016) written and directed by Michael is in post-production due to tour festivals in 2016, the trailer has already won the Awardeo Trailer of the Week.
In 2016 Michael will be developing three feature films including a feature length version of Already Dead, a prime time TV series, two original web series concepts and will be starring in Stalker by Ricky J Payne.
Over the years Michael has developed a distinct style both on and off screen. He is a raw talent creating characters that are unique, exciting and entertaining. Michael continues to drive his career forward with a drive and passion to produce high quality work both in front and behind the camera.
E-learning
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