Simon Frederick

Simon Frederick

Simon Frederick was born in London to parents originating from the Caribbean island of Grenada. Being self-taught, he isn’t conditioned by any of the conventions that academic studies, tradition and technical education at times impose. His work is centered on his passion for people and cultures, which lead him to visually explore all the nuances inherent in human nature.

As a renowned photographer, he works in many fields, from portraits of celebrities to art shows, to worldwide publicity campaigns.  Moving into direction was a natural step, where he made his name with short publicity films and documentaries. As a director, he’s been praised for his ability in creating emotionally charged works with a unique visual style.

2016 sees Simon take on new challenges, like his first movie and his most ambitious project to date, a large exhibition of portraits with a cultural theme, accompanied by a documentary and a must-have book, which launches in 2016.

Movies for Simon Frederick...

Title: Black Hollywood: 'They've Gotta Have Us'
Character: Narrator (voice)
Released: October 13, 2018
Type: TV
A unique portrait of how art and activism for black people in film are indivisible from race and cinema.
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Title: Master of Photography
Character: Judge
Released: July 21, 2016
Type: TV
Sky Arts hosts a competition like no other to find the best European amateur or professional photographic talent. An eight-week, eight-episode trial in which finalists must convince a jury of world-famous photographers and experts of their creativity, instinct and versatility,to become the first Master of Photography. The winner will receive €150,000; a show; and a catalogue.