Crew
Aziz Altamimi
Director / Producer
Aziz is the award-winning director behind "Becoming the Queen of the North" and "Dinner With My Family", streaming on Amazon Prime. Aziz was nominated for many awards in festivals such as Cinemagic, Sunderland Shorts, and Northern Film Prize. He's also the founder of the Northern Festival of Cinema, a platform for independent filmmakers to showcase their work. Aziz's innovative approach and festival success have cemented his place as a promising young filmmaker.
John Miligan
Writer
John Milligan is a talented screenwriter who has written a few short films including "Dinner With My Family". He has a unique ability to blend humour and heart in his writing, creating stories that are both entertaining and meaningful. Milligan has once again proven himself to be one of the most exciting voices in contemporary comedy.
Teodor Dusa
Director of Photography / Editor / Producer
Teodor Dusa is a highly skilled cinematographer hailing from Romania, known for his ability to capture captivating visuals that evoke strong emotions in viewers. He is a true master of his craft, having worked on several acclaimed projects with Aziz Altamimi, including "Becoming The Queen of The North" and "Dispatched Dream", which have won several awards and have been featured on Amazon Prime.
Teo's passion for cinematography stems from his fascination with the different aspects of the craft, including composition, lighting, and colour. He sees cinematography as a way of telling a story through visuals, and he always strives to create a unique and compelling picture for every project he works on.
Teo's work on "Dinner With My Family" promises to be nothing short of extraordinary. With his keen eye for detail and his ability to use composition and colour to create emotion, he is sure to create a visually stunning picture that will capture the essence of the story and leave audiences wanting more.
Liam Bowering
Producer
Liam is a producer based in Newcastle Upon Tyne. He has worked on many short films including 'Dinner With My Family and 'The Island' as well as the feature 'Bet On Dwight'. Liam has wanted to make films since he was 5 but his love was truly cemented watching Iron Man at the cinema as an 8yr old.
Katie Cooke
Sound Recordist
Katie Cooke is a sound recordist/ designer who has experience on various projects from adverts and podcasts to films and tv. From sound recording on location to sound editing and mixing in post, she is very knowledgeable in regard to creating meaningful and clear sound. Katie is a fun and outgoing person that proved that she is one of the most exciting sound recordist / designer around.
Tony Park
Sound Recordist / Sound Designer
Tony is an up and coming Sound Recordist, with trainee roles on BBC's River City, Farmers Country Showdown as well as working on various factual programming. He is currently working as a Kitroom Techncian for Focus Canning and is looking to join a prestgious lineage of people that have worked with the company within the North East. In his spare time he dedicates himself to further develop as a Sound Recordist, doing various shorts including Dinner With Family.
Khaled Mandi
Music Composer
Khaled Mandi is a renowned music composer hailing from the Kingdom of Bahrain. He was born in the city of Al Hidd and spent his formative years learning music at various stages of education in Bahrain schools, where he was trained by experienced professors who instilled in him a deep passion for music.
He then enrolled in the Classical Music Institute in Bahrain, where he took various courses in music theory and learned to play instruments such as the guitar and oud. He went on to specialize in the science of composition and orchestral distribution and music theory at the Higher Institute of Musical Arts in Kuwait, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in music composition in 1999.
Khaled continued his academic pursuits and earned a Master's degree in music composition and leadership from the University of Jordan in Amman in 2020. His academic training has allowed him to master the art of music composition and orchestration, enabling him to create rich, soulful melodies and complex musical arrangements.
Over the years, Khaled has produced a vast collection of musical pieces, including piano compositions, symphonic orchestra works, and pieces for automated musical instruments. He has also composed numerous national, religious, and romantic songs, as well as music for theatrical productions and musical performances.
In addition to his composition work, Khaled has also arranged many songs for well-known singers. He has been recognized as an accomplished music composer in the Middle East region and beyond, and his compositions have earned him a reputation for creating music that touches the soul and inspires the heart.
Khaled Mandi is also the father of Aziz Altamimi, an award-winning director known for his work in the film industry. Aziz has often collaborated with his father in his films, creating memorable soundtracks that have earned critical acclaim. Khaled's dedication to music has undoubtedly inspired his son to follow in his footsteps and pursue a career in the arts.