Thomas Elliott Griffiths is a highly accomplished individual, having graduated with distinction from Edge Hill University in England, where he successfully completed a comprehensive course of study in Film Studies and Film Production, ultimately earning a prestigious first-class degree in these fields.
Thomas, a native of the idyllic Ceiriog Valley in North Wales, has been shaped by his rural upbringing, an experience that has had a profound impact on his approach to filmmaking.
Thomas' remarkable inaugural documentary, "Autism: A Curious Case of the Human Mind", marked a significant milestone in the realm of documentary filmmaking, earning widespread acclaim and recognition. This groundbreaking achievement culminated in the prestigious Best Feature Documentary award at the 2017 Carmarthen Bay Film Festival, where it also received the highly coveted Best of Festival prize. The film's success did not remain confined to a single festival, as it went on to garner numerous nominations and accolades globally, solidifying its position as a landmark documentary in the industry.
Thomas' subsequent creative endeavour, "Sticks and Feathers", a notable filmmaking project, successfully reinforced his reputation as a skilled and accomplished filmmaker, as he consistently demonstrated his mastery of the craft. This notable endeavour, released in 2018, garnered widespread recognition and acclaim, ultimately leading to a prestigious award, the Best Factual Film prize, at the esteemed Nottingham Film Festival, hosted by the renowned Hothouse Theatre, in the same year.
Thomas's impressive track record in documentary filmmaking has served as a solid foundation for his foray into the realm of fiction, a departure that has been met with great anticipation. Having honed his skills through the direction of numerous short films, Thomas is now poised to tackle his most challenging and ambitious project to date: his inaugural feature film.
