Doug Rollins
The Father
After 18 years, an estranged father returns to Wales to confront the sudden death of his son. Reuniting with his ex-partner, they grapple with a shocking discovery that challenges their past and present.
July 11, 2025
3-5:50 PM
Court Square Theater
44-02 23rd St, Long Island City
Doug Rollins is an award winning, Welsh film director and writer. Most recently winner of best director in 2024 for his work at the acclaimed Slick Showreels in London.
Awards include best drama in the San Diego black film festival for ‘The Double Deal’. Best drama award at Beneath the Earth film festival for the spy thriller short, ‘Now Retired’. Shot in southern France. Other shorts include the intense psychological drama ‘The Crime’, filmed in a single location and a commissioned quirky short film ‘Phalure Incorporated’.
After graduating from The Welsh College of Music and Drama, Doug had a long career as an actor before moving to the other side of the camera. He is a true hands-on and hugely experienced filmmaker, with a unique background, also directing hundreds of scenes for drama school training during his many years work as a screen acting tutor. Currently is also a visiting project director at ‘The International School of Screen Acting’.
He continues to enjoy a hugely productive collaboration with the acclaimed actor/producer, Mark Holden. ‘The Father’, a beautiful short story about the estranged father’s return to Wales from Canada is their latest partnership. Mark is producing Doug’s sci fi feature film screenplay, ANTHIA which is currently in a funding negotiation stage.
