About Penrhyn Studios
Penrhyn Studios is a film production company founded by the Douglas Pennant family.
The company’s debut film, The Anonymous Child, adapts a poem by Richard Douglas Pennant, marking the beginning of its journey into film.
As Penrhyn Studios moves forward, it seeks out stories that challenge, inspire, and connect, continuing its dedication to meaningful and visually expressive filmmaking.
Richard Douglas Pennant
Richard’s poetry forms the foundation of Penrhyn Studios. His work, rich with emotion, rhythm, and vivid imagery, became the inspiration for the company’s first short film, The Anonymous Child. Through his words, he gives voice to themes of identity, memory, and belonging that continue to shape Penrhyn Studios’ creative vision.
Pamela Douglas Pennant
Pamela manages the creative workflow and production process at Penrhyn Studios. She brings structure, focus, and precision to every project, ensuring that the poetic vision behind each work is realised through careful planning and dedicated execution. Her guidance bridges creativity and practicality, helping shape the distinctive artistic identity of Penrhyn Studios.
Yiannis Douglas Pennant
Trained in Meisner acting methodology at Indiana State University and the New York Acting Studio, Yiannis blends performance and storytelling in his work. He helped shape The Anonymous Child from page to screen, translating poetic inspiration into cinematic form. His understanding of character and narrative drives the creative storytelling of Penrhyn Studios.