About

Iris Breward is a writer and director based in London. Her work blends humour with keenly-observed character studies, often exploring power, intimacy and the awkward realities of human relationships.

She holds a BA in Spanish and Film Studies (UCL), and has built her practice through short-form storytelling informed by her background in film theory. Her most recent short, MICRO BANGS, premieres at London Short Film Festival (2026) and was one of eight selected for Primetime Re:Present, a private industry showcase highlighting emerging voices to leading UK talent agents.

Her previous films have screened at BAFTA- and BIFA-qualifying festivals including Aesthetica Short Film Festival, Women X (where she was nominated for the Rising Star Award 2025) and Kino London. Her short SIDNEY premiered online via Directors Notes and was nominated in the comedy category at the 2025 Directors Notes Awards. She is the recipient of multiple awards, including Best Director, Best Comedy and Best Short Film.

Iris was a finalist for The Pitch Film Fund 2025 with her comedy screenplay SAUNA. She is currently developing two further shorts, slated to shoot in 2026 and 2027, alongside several feature projects, and is working toward her feature debut.

Iris also works as a union organiser, coordinating workplace campaigns with predominantly low-paid women and migrant workers across health, social care and schools. 

To get in touch, please contact: irisbreward@hotmail.com or follow @irisbreward on Instagram.