Alice Dawson shapes British independent cinema through strategic production leadership, collaborating with acclaimed directors from Asif Kapadia to Edward Berger.
Alice brings over two decades of experience in British independent cinema, having progressed from Production Accountant to Producer throughout her distinguished career.
Her journey includes early work on Asif Kapadia’s BAFTA-winning The Warrior, the teen comedy St. Trinian’s, and A Mighty Heart featuring Angelina Jolie. Alice has built significant creative partnerships with renowned directors, notably collaborating with Michael Winterbottom as Co-Producer on Trishna and The Look of Love.
Her impressive co-producer credits span diverse projects including Idris Elba’s directorial debut Yardie, Amma Asante’s Where Hands Touch, Red Joan starring Dame Judi Dench, and Sally Potter’s The Roads Not Taken.
In television, she co-produced Andrew Haigh’s mini-series The North Water and Wes Anderson’s Oscar-winning The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar for Netflix. Most recently, Alice produced Edward Berger’s Oscar-nominated Conclave starring Ralph Fiennes and Stanley Tucci, while executive producing Luca Guadagnino’s After the Hunt featuring Julia Roberts and Andrew Garfield for Amazon.
British Independent Film Production thrives on the expertise of veteran producers like Alice Dawson who navigate the complex intersection of artistic vision and financial practicality.
Through her progression from Production Accountant to Producer, Alice exemplifies the comprehensive understanding required to bring challenging independent projects to fruition.
Her work spans multiple genres and scales, from intimate character studies to larger international co-productions, demonstrating the versatility and resilience necessary in independent filmmaking. By collaborating with both established auteurs and emerging talents, Alice contributes significantly to the continued global recognition of British cinema while nurturing the next generation of filmmaking voices.
Alice Is Appearing In These Sessions
There’s Never Enough Time, Money or Light: What ACTUALLY Happens to Your Script When It’s Filmed
Tuke Hall
A session unlike any other offered anywhere – witness the journey of your words become reality.
