Caradog W. James is a Welsh film director and screenwriter best known for his work in atmospheric science fiction and horror. He first made an impact in the industry with his debut feature, the gritty drama Little White Lies, which earned significant critical acclaim and multiple BAFTA Cymru awards.
He achieved international cult status with the sci-fi thriller The Machine, a film he both wrote and directed. The project was celebrated for its sophisticated take on artificial intelligence and won "Best Film" at the Raindance Film Festival. He followed this success by venturing into supernatural horror with the film Don’t Knock Twice, starring Katee Sackhoff.
Beyond directing, James is a key figure in the Welsh film community and frequently serves as a producer on various genre projects. His work is defined by a "grounded" approach to high-concept stories, often focusing on practical effects and deep character psychology rather than relying solely on digital spectacle.
Don't Knock Twice(2016)
The Machine(2013)
It's My Shout(2003)
Little White Lies(2006)
Count Me In(2021)
The Call Up(2016)
The Man in My Basement(2025)
Made in Wales(2009)
It's My Shout: Short Films from Wales(2012)
Cinema 3(1984)as Self
