Writing

Andy Winward

Born 1989-11-03 · Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, England, UK

Andy Winward, born on November 3, 1989, in Middlesbrough, England, is a British filmmaker recognized for his contributions to short films, particularly in the horror and comedy genres. He began his filmmaking journey in 2011 as a self-taught artist and later pursued formal education in 2021, enrolling in the BA (Hons) Film and Television Production program at Teesside University. He graduated in 2024 with First Class Honours. Throughout his career, Winward has been involved in various projects, both personal and collaborative. He has worked on external projects for organizations such as Autism Matters and Paul Suggitt. For his personal endeavors, he operates under the banner of Winward Studios. His notable works include The Devil’s Symphony (2024) and Death is Only the Beginning (2024), both of which have garnered critical acclaim. At a recent film festival, The Devil’s Symphony won Best Student Film, while Death is Only the Beginning received awards for Best Comedy Film and Best Screenplay. In recognition of his talent and potential, Winward was awarded the Franc Roddam Production Bursary, which contributed to the funding of his final major project at university. His work has also been acknowledged at various film festivals, including the Middlesbrough International Film Festival, where he won Best Film twice, and the Tees Valley International Film Festival, where he received Official Nominee and Official Selection statuses. Additionally, he was among the winners of the Jurassic Park ReCreate 25th Anniversary Competition, with his work being showcased on ITV’s This Morning. Winward’s dedication to his craft and his ability to engage audiences through compelling storytelling have established him as a notable figure in the independent film scene.

Acting credits

In 2021, Andy was diagnosed Autistic and in the months that followed he went on a journey of self discovery to learn more about this neurodivergence and about himself.

Autism & Me

2021

8.0

An experimental depiction of mental health within society.

Identity

2025

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Sometimes going door-to-door is the only way to uncover your quarry. Entry in the Four4 Very Short Horror Film Competition, 2013.

Have You Seen This Monster?

2013

8.0

Meet Desmond, a man with a collection to die for...

Death is Only the Beginning

2024

Unlike a cat you only get one life so sometimes it's better to let sleeping cats lie.

Let Sleeping Cats Lie

2026

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A man's TV viewing habits have distressing consequences. Entry in the Four4 Very Short Horror Film Competition, 2013.

Square Eyes

2013

Behind the camera

The most serious heist movie ever made - until it really isn't.

Mash Fiction

2026

Christmas meets The Exorcist in this horror comedy for the festive season.

The Xmascist

2025

Christmas meets The Exorcist in this horror comedy for the festive season.

The Xmascist

2025

In 2021, Andy was diagnosed Autistic and in the months that followed he went on a journey of self discovery to learn more about this neurodivergence and about himself.

Autism & Me

2021

In 2021, Andy was diagnosed Autistic and in the months that followed he went on a journey of self discovery to learn more about this neurodivergence and about himself.

Autism & Me

2021

In 2021, Andy was diagnosed Autistic and in the months that followed he went on a journey of self discovery to learn more about this neurodivergence and about himself.