David Allen is a celebrated television producer, recognized globally for his remarkable contributions to the industry, particularly at Passion Planet, where he excels in crafting exceptional, high-quality productions that fall under the umbrella of specialist factual and nature programming for both television and theatrical release.
Throughout his illustrious career, Allen has accumulated an impressive array of prestigious accolades, including four esteemed documentary Emmy Awards, which are widely regarded as the highest honors in the television industry, and five Wildscreen Panda Awards, which are considered the most coveted awards in the world of natural history filmmaking.
David's inaugural film, "Flying Devils," a National Geographic production, garnered him an Emmy Award for his exceptional cinematography skills.
His pioneering series, "Bug World," proved to be another notable triumph, earning him an Emmy Award for his outstanding direction.
In more recent times, his documentary, "My Life as a Turkey," was universally acclaimed as "probably the best documentary of the year" by The Times, and went on to secure Allen his fourth Emmy Award, as well as a prestigious RTS Award, a Grierson Nomination, and the coveted Golden Panda Award for Best of Festival at Wildscreen.
David Allen, a seasoned Series Producer, has demonstrated his exceptional skill and expertise in conceptualizing and bringing to life a diverse array of documentary series, each one a testament to his unwavering dedication to storytelling and his ability to captivate audiences worldwide.
Some of his most notable credits include the Discovery series "Bug World", which delved into the fascinating world of insects and their intricate relationships with their environments. He also had a hand in producing ITV's "Deep Jungle", a thrilling exploration of the world's most remote and untouched ecosystems.
In addition to these notable projects, Allen has also been involved in the production of PBS/National Geographic's "Earth's New Wild", a thought-provoking documentary that shed light on the complexities of our planet and the importance of preserving its natural beauty.
More recently, he has produced "Hadwin's Judgement" for Film 4, a gripping and emotionally charged documentary that examines the complexities of the human experience. Furthermore, Allen's latest project, "The Serengeti Rules", is a feature documentary that delves into the intricate web of relationships between living organisms and their environments, highlighting the crucial importance of preserving the natural balance of our ecosystems.
