Philip H J Gay was born in Gloucester, UK but grew up between England and France.
He studied Film and English Literature at University in London before embarking on a career as a photographer.
In 2021 Philip directed his first music videos and began writing scripts for fiction.
In early 2024 Philip completed his first film as a director called ‘Heaven To Know You’ which he co-wrote with actress Kati Nescher.
Nominee for best Innovative Narrative Production
Heaven To Know You
CROSSING THE SCREEN
EASTBOURNE
2026
Nominee Best Short Film Mental Health Experience
Heaven To Know You
LITTLE VENICE FILM FESTIVAL
LONDON
2026
Nominated for Best Narrative Short
Heaven To Know You
CINEMA ON THE BAYOU
LAFAYETTE
2026
Nominated for Best Short Film
Heaven To Know You
RAMSGATE INTERNATIONAL FILM AND TV FESTIVAL
RAMSGATE
2026
Kati Nescher - Best Actress
Heaven To Know You
MILTON KEYNES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
MILTON KEYNES
2025
Philip HJ Gay - Best Cinematography
Heaven To Know You
MILTON KEYNES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
MILTON KEYNES
2025
Finalist best Cinematography
Heaven To Know You
BIG FRIDGE INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
LONDON
2025
Best director (International Short)
Heaven To Know You
FOLKESTONE FILM FESTIVAL
Folkestone
2025
Winner of best film
Heaven To Know You
BRIGHTON ROCKS INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
Brighton
2025
Winner of the Cinematic Achievement Award
Heaven To Know You
TiSFF * THESSALONIKI INTERNATIONAL SHORTS
Thessaloniki
2025
Nominated for Best Short Film
Heaven To Know You
NewFILMMAKERS NY
NEW YORK
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