Over the past decade, James Wyatt’s filmmaking practice has been shaped by a close-knit community of artists, directors, and mentors. As a writer and director, he has led projects for Amazon Studios, Nike, Brain Dead, Atlantic Records, and others. He previously served as Story Supervisor at Daniels’ production company, Playgrounds, after first joining their team as Writers’ and Directors’ Assistant and Post-Production Coordinator on Everything Everywhere All at Once.
In early 2026, James left Playgrounds to shoot his debut feature, I’VE SEEN ANGELS, a low-budget horror film about a Los Angeles psychic who doubts her gifts until she opens a portal to hell. The film is currently in post-production ahead of a planned 2027 festival run.
His work has screened at Brain Dead Studios and has been featured in PAPER, Currant Jam Mag, and OUT.
—Bio by Alia Whitman, Yes! Zine & Press
contact: jameswyattfilm@gmail.com
“Over the course of a decade James Wyatt’s creative approach to film has been profoundly molded by a tight-knit community of artists, directors, and mentors. As a director & writer he has spear headed projects with giants such as Amazon Studios, Nike, Brain Dead, and Atlantic Records. He currently works as the Story Supervisor for the Daniels production company And/Or after working as their Writers & Directors Assistant and Post Production Coordinator on Everything Everywhere All At Once.
Illustration by Vida Behar, BTS Photography by Justin Taing
Whether it’s a trans allegory of a girlfriend turning into a worm, an afternoon with a pack of 90s teenagers, or a David and Goliath reimagining of a dead end job during the climate crisis; James effortlessly interjects fantasy into the everyday mundanities of life.
His work has appeared at Brain Dead Studios Theater and has been featured in publications PAPER mag, Currant Jam Mag and OUT magazine. Currently, James is in preproduction on his debut feature film Blood of the Well, a surrealist thriller set in the scenic backdrop of Duxbury, Massachusetts."
- Bio by Alia Whitman of Yes! Zine & Press