John Giwa-Amu is a pioneering producer, distribution, and financing expert who co-founded the dynamic production company Red and Black Films in collaboration with the talented writer/director Caradog James. He has played a pivotal role in guiding the development of the company's inaugural feature film, Little White Lies, which has garnered a notable two BAFTA Cymru Awards and a prestigious BIFA nomination. This outstanding beginning was followed by the highly acclaimed sci-fi cult hit The Machine, which premiered at the esteemed Tribeca Film Festival and went on to win an impressive three BAFTA Cymru Awards, including the coveted Best Picture award, a BIFA award, and the Screen Award for UK distribution.
John's outstanding professional achievements did not go unnoticed, as he was entrusted with the responsibility of executive producing the television pilot of The Machine, a project commissioned by the esteemed NBC Universal/SyFy in the year 2017.
Additionally, his work on the screenplay for The Call Up, a project that had won the prestigious Brit List award, premiered at the esteemed BIFF film festival in 2016 and was subsequently released in cinemas by Altitude, a prominent film distribution company.
Furthermore, John's involvement in The Silent Storm, a film starring the talented actors Damien Lewis and Andrea Riseborough, resulted in its release in cinemas in May 2016 by Sony Pictures, a leading film studio.
John's professional trajectory remained on an upward trajectory with his involvement in the filmmaking process of Don't Knock Twice, a cinematic production directed by the renowned Caradog James. This project, which garnered significant international attention, was successfully distributed across various global markets by Kew Media, while in the United Kingdom, it was released by Red and Black Distribution and Kew Media in the spring of 2017. The film's box office performance was impressive, with a total gross of over $3.5 million internationally.
John has been the recipient of a multitude of prestigious accolades throughout his career, with a notable selection including the esteemed BBC talent Award, the Breakthrough Brit distinction, and the Future Leader recognition bestowed upon him by the influential Screen International publication.
Red and Black Films, a pioneering production company, has secured development deals with prominent industry equity providers for a diverse array of feature films, captivating games, immersive interactive experiences, and high-end scripted television projects that showcase the company's unwavering commitment to innovation and creativity.
Established in the vibrant city of Cardiff, the capital of Wales, Red and Black Films has flourished under the visionary leadership of John, who has relentlessly pushed the boundaries of the film industry, driving it towards unprecedented heights of excellence and artistic expression.
