With his history of international connections, academia and study of countless genres, styles and markets, James is currently working on a slate of feature films and documentaries as Key Creator. His two most imminent projects in late development and post-production are The Wrong Man (feature film), and A Light In the Slaughterhouse (documentary).

"For over thirty years I have been teaching a radical approach to film directing in the areas of story, script and working with actors and the scene. For mea test of any director, whether student or professional, is how open they are to new techniques, a new way of thinking, a new way of expressing themselves. James is one of the most courageous directors I have met. He embraces unfamiliar approaches fearlessly. He is determined to discover new ways of expressing himself through cinematic storytelling. James Lingwood is a director I want to watch as he expands and continues to explore. Any project that has James Lingwood attached will be enriched by his incredible talents, passion and dedication. Any story he tells will be one worth watching."

-Mark W. Travis - Director/Author/Teacher/Consultant

"I have been most fortunate in working with the adept Producer/Director James Lingwood over these past years co-developing a number ofprojects across all screen media. James has always impressed me with his extensive film knowledge, strong creative input and broad level of creative skills which encompass writing, cinematography, directing and producing. He approaches each project with absolute dedication, boundless energy and passion.  He is resolute in bringing his screen vision to a commercial reality. I unreservedly recommend James Lingwood as a creative force."

-Penny Wall, CEO - Common Thread Entertainment

"I have met James Lingwood on a few occasions to discuss various projects. I find James very open in discussing the best way of achieving his vision and applaud his ability to utilisethe full range of technics and skills that a cinematographer can display in telling a story. As a Director James is decisive and knows what he wants to achieve. He has a compelling way of getting the people working on the film to see his vision and make it happen. As a cinematographer, it is very refreshing to have a director as knowledgeable and down to earth as James. His charisma and passion for his projects is very infectious. 

I find that we are "on the same page” when talking about how we see the scene playing out and achieving the look. I am excited and look forward to our collaboration in the future."

-Damien Beebe, Cinematographer

"A compelling story teller, he has a deep, one could say intimate, understanding of the characters and their journeys, with a clear picture on how to best portray their peaks and valleys, their relationship and their psychology in such a manner to make them relatable and entertaining for the audience. His creativity is backed up by a sound knowledge of the film making process. While working with James, it is refreshing to see that he is familiar with most, if not all, technological elements that are involved in the process, with a good grasp of the practical and feasible side of things. A leader that respects every HOD for their skills and knowledge and understands their role. It is a collaboration based on communication and mutual respect. A great listener, he keeps an open mind while being decisive in his approach with a clear vision of the ultimate goalof the movie. He masters the delicate balance of authority and grace, with the ability to handle stressful situation that the filming progress brings about inevitably. As a production manager, I have full confidence that James can see his film from inception through to final product."

-Alex Contis, Production Manager 

"James made a film for us for a portmanteau feature film called the Impact. As soon as I saw his work, I knew it needed to be included in the final film. I wouldn't hesitate to work with him again." 

-Chris Jones Producer 'The Impact', UK Screenwriters Festival