Richard Rowntree

Richard Rowntree

44 · Born: Feb 4, 1981

Personal Details

BornFeb 4, 1981 Taplow, Slough, Berkshire, England, UK

Biography

As a proud alumnus of the esteemed University of Kent at Canterbury, this individual embarked on a career trajectory that would take him to the forefront of the film industry. His professional journey commenced as an assistant to a highly respected Post Production Consultant, a mentor who had already made a lasting impact on the world of cinema. Under this guidance, he had the privilege of contributing to a diverse range of projects, each one showcasing his growing expertise and versatility.

As the years went by, he made a significant career pivot in 2006, leaving behind his initial roles to delve into the world of production. He began taking on a diverse range of low-to-medium budget feature films, embarking on a thrilling global journey that would take him to numerous exciting destinations.

His travels would eventually find him stopping in iconic cities such as London, Rotterdam, Cannes, Toronto, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles, each offering a unique cultural and professional experience. Amidst this whirlwind adventure, he would go on to complete work on several outstanding feature films, earning numerous festival awards and accolades in the process.

Notably, during this period, he also honed his skills as an associate producer, contributing to multiple projects that would ultimately garner recognition and praise from the film industry.

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In the year 2010, he embarked on a significant career transition, making the bold move from one professional sphere to another, specifically from the realm of production to the art department. This pivotal decision marked the beginning of a new chapter in his career, as he took on the role of Head of Department/Key Greensman, overseeing the management and execution of a wide variety of TV, commercial, and film projects. Throughout his tenure in this position, he has had the privilege of collaborating with some of the most esteemed and renowned Academy Award-winning Production Designers from around the world, fostering a rich and diverse range of creative partnerships and experiences.

Notably, since the year 2014, this talented individual has demonstrated his multifaceted creative prowess by crafting, producing, and directing an impressive total of eleven award-winning short films, as well as three feature-length productions.

These cinematic endeavors have garnered widespread recognition and acclaim, with numerous festival screenings taking place across the globe, and subsequent distribution in both North America and Europe.

In addition to his individual accomplishments, in the year 2016, he took the initiative to co-found Ash Mountain Films, a collaborative filmmaking entity dedicated to infusing their work with thought-provoking social commentary.

This collective, comprising his regular collaborators, has been instrumental in fostering a creative environment that encourages experimentation and innovation.

With a deep-seated passion for the horror-thriller and science fiction genres, they have been actively developing a slate of projects that promise to captivate audiences worldwide.

Career

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2025
Video Shop Tales of Terror II: Lust and Revenge
Video Shop Tales of Terror II: Lust and Revenge as Gory Hole Director (segment "Trashed")
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2019
Nefarious
Nefarious as Taxi Driver
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2017
Dogged
Dogged as Taxi Driver
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2010
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2025
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2022
Mask of the Devil
Mask of the Devil as Director, Writer
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2019
Nefarious
Nefarious as Director, Writer
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2017
Dogged
Dogged as Director, Screenplay, Story