DIRECTOR

Alana Tiernan is a Yorkshire filmmaker with a background in television development, editorial and production across projects for ITV, FOX, Netflix, Amazon and National Geographic. She spent six years as a Development Producer at Gordon Ramsay’s production company, where she also directed the award-winning documentary Holly Ramsay: The Talk. Alongside directing, Alana works internationally as a specialist sizzle editor, recently working for Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles. Gone To Seed, inspired by her auntie Nora’s real-life allotment rivalry in Leeds, marks her debut narrative short and the beginning of her focus on Northern, darkly comedic storytelling.

WRITER

Joshua Welch is a writer and actor from Sheffield, South Yorkshire. Trained at Drama Centre London and the Boris Shchukin Theatre Institute in Moscow, his work combines classical performance with character-driven Northern storytelling. In 2023, he wrote and performed the critically acclaimed solo show Wildcat’s Last Waltz at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, earning an OFF FEST nomination. Alongside his writing, Joshua has performed extensively across the UK and Europe and is an Associate Artist with Flute Theatre, creating accessible Shakespeare productions internationally. Gone To Seed reflects his love of dark comedy, heightened characters and emotionally grounded, socially rooted storytelling.

PRODUCER

Hollybeth Gourlay is a Scottish producer and founder of SOI Studios, specialising in short-form filmmaking. Originally training as an actor before moving into production, she brings a strong performance-led sensibility to her producing work. Her credits include the BAFTA-nominated short Bus Girl, Three Day Millionaire, Followers and multiple award-recognised independent films. Hollybeth also has extensive experience in PR and media management, supporting the visibility and festival life of creative projects. Passionate about championing emerging talent and accessible filmmaking, she is committed to developing distinctive independent stories with bold creative voices.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER

Jack Spring is a British producer and director with a track record across feature films, television and streaming projects. He made his debut as the UK’s youngest feature film director with Destination: Dewsbury and has since produced and directed multiple commercially successful productions, including the Netflix hit Three Day Millionaire. Most recently he co-produced and directed Merry Christmas Aubrey Flint starring Celia Imrie, John Bradley and Richard E. Grant. As founder of Shush Films, Jack has built a reputation for championing ambitious independent filmmaking and supporting emerging Northern talent both on and off screen.