Biography
Gareth Ellis-Unwin (born Gareth Unwin) is a British film producer. Born on 20 February 1972 in Germany, he grew up in Slough, Berkshire, and attended Herschel Grammar School. He worked part-time at Pinewood Studios and, after graduating from Ravensbourne College, began his career as an assistant director and production manager on drama and documentary projects.
His first feature film as producer was Exam (2009), which earned a BAFTA nomination. He produced The King's Speech (2010) alongside Iain Canning and Emile Sherman. The film won the Academy Award for Best Picture, seven BAFTAs including Best Film and Outstanding British Film, and other awards including the Producers Guild of America award. Ellis-Unwin is co-founder and CEO of Bedlam Productions.
