Trevor Hayward and Paul Allen are the key figures behind Seventh Dream Ventures, an independent British production and media venture.
This specific duo operates within the UK independent film circuit, often focusing on genre-bending projects and grit-heavy narratives.
Trevor Hayward:
Trevor Hayward is a filmmaker, director, and screenwriter known for his work in the British independent scene. His style often leans toward psychological thrillers, horror, and urban dramas. He is also a multi-award winning director, and often composes his own film scores.
Trevor has been writing from a very early age, creating his original story idea for ‘I Met Her on the Promenade’ aged only 12! His other talents include voice over work and audio production dramatisations.
I have been fortunate to know Trev for over five years now, as we first met when I was prepping to begin my 3 year masters degree.
* Directing Style: He is noted for a "guerrilla" approach to filmmaking, often maximizing high production value on independent budgets.
* Key Projects: He has directed and produced various projects under the Seventh Dream Ventures banner, including the award-winning ‘I Met Her on the Promenade’ (2019) and the upcoming project ‘Leaving’ (2027).
* Collaborations: He frequently works with a recurring troupe of indie actors and creative talent in the UK, building a distinct "Seventh Dream" brand identity.
Paul Allen:
Paul Allen serves as a producer and executive within the company.
* Role: As a producer, he focuses on the logistical and business development side of Seventh Dream Ventures, and managing the "ventures" aspect of the company, which often extends into music and digital media. He is also a very adept graphics designer and has produced many film posters for the companies productions, infusing his own unique design and exceptional talent.
* Creative Input: He is often credited alongside Hayward on projects like ‘Love You More’ and ‘Alone’ helping to steer the company’s vision toward independent viability while maintaining an "edgy"definitive spirit.
Seventh Dream Ventures:
The company functions as a multi-disciplinary creative hub. Rather than just a traditional film house, it operates with a focus on:
* Feature Films/ Short Films: Producing low-to-mid-budget genre films for international digital distribution.
* Talent Development: Providing a platform for emerging British actors and crew members to gain credits in feature-length productions.
* Music & Promos: They have a history of producing promotional material that tie into their cinematic aesthetic.
It is an absolute pleasure to be given the opportunity to work with such formidable talent.
