Elliott Hasler, Award Winning Writer & Director

Thursday 5th December

11 – 19

Join award-winning writer and director Elliott Hasler for an inspiring Speakers for Schools talk. Best known for his critically acclaimed film Vindication Swim—the true story of the first British woman to swim the English Channel—Elliott is one of the UK’s most exciting emerging filmmaking talents. Released theatrically in 2024, Vindication Swim broke into the UK box office top 20 and was praised as “a truly epic independent film on a scale never seen before.”  In this talk, Elliott will share his journey from a young, self-taught filmmaker to industry success, offering insights into overcoming challenges, the creative process, and how students can pursue their own passion projects. It’s a unique opportunity to learn from a filmmaker who turned his childhood dream into a reality.