Dan Poole – Producer/Director // TimeBomb Pictures

Dan Poole is an award-winning documentary director and producer, and the founder of Timebomb Pictures, a production company specialising in feature films, television, and high-end short-form content for cinema, social platforms, and commercial partners.

With over two decades of experience across the industry, Dan’s career spans directing, producing, cinematography, and performance. Originally trained as an actor, his work is grounded in a deep understanding of character and narrative, allowing him to bring an instinctive, human-led approach to both documentary and scripted storytelling.

Through Timebomb Pictures, Dan also consults for brands seeking to expand their presence in competitive markets, developing production-led advertising strategies and cinematic content that bridges the gap between storytelling and commerce.

As a filmmaker, Dan is particularly drawn to stories of genuine substance, projects that reflect the cultural moment and explore where filmmaking and society intersect today. His work is defined by a commitment to authenticity, craft, and stories of true merit, often operating at the intersection of cinematic ambition and real-world impact.

Looking for: I’m looking for character-led scripts that feel a bit different; psychological, slightly off-centre, still grounded in a strong story. Think in the space of I’m Thinking of Ending Things, but also with the emotional pull of something like Sentimental Value or the raw, awkward edge of If I Had Legs I’d Kick You or Dead Man’s Shoes. Contained, performance-driven pieces are ideal, limited locations, small casts, but with a clear voice and a sense of control. Tone-wise, something that can sit in discomfort, lean into ambiguity, and carry a strong thread of dark humour without losing its emotional core. Ultimately, it should be actor-led, distinctive, and designed for a real-world budget, never constrained by its scale, but sharpened by it.