Leighton Spence

Leighton Spence, a true maverick of the indie film scene, was born in 1980 in Cape Town, South Africa. Active in the film industry since 2006, Spence's cinematic oeuvre mainly spans the genres of drama and thriller, with his most notable works including 'The Boatman' and 'In Embryo'. Although his work is yet to garner awards at major film festivals, his distinctive style of crafting complex character study within tightly-woven narratives is noteworthy. From a more personal perspective, Leighton Spence is a director who pours his heart and soul into every frame, a trait evident in the depth and authenticity of his storytelling.