About Us

Welcome

Welcome to Scholars Film. Where we produce award-winning, globally-recognised and emotionally-compelling films. Where we thrive on playing an integral part in your great work.

Culture

Culture is the backbone of our business. It’s our north star, and we work as hard at maintaining it as we did in building it. We take our responsibility as filmmakers seriously; both in delivering good livelihoods for our team and excellence for our clients. With our name on the line every single time, we’re involved at every level ensuring a demanding level of quality in everything from the client experience, to our team’s well-being, to the quality of the end product.

Our Approach

We are fascinated by stories. And, for us, film is the best medium to bring these stories to life. Deep, moving, entertaining storytelling that surprises, wrapped in cinematic excellence.That’s what we do and why we do it.

The Team

Greg Lomas

With a rich background in marketing, graphic design, and photography, Greg approaches each project with both creative vision and strategic insight. "We get our hands dirty," Greg says, reflecting his immersive approach across all aspects of production. His ranking as the Loeries’ #1 Film Director for his outstanding work on “Chasing the Sun” — which earned the Loeries Grand Prix and a SAFTA for Best Made for TV Documentary — highlights his commitment to excellence and work with purpose. Calm under pressure and deeply reliable, Greg thrives on the adventures his work brings. He constantly seeks innovative ways to move audiences, ensuring each client's story stands out in a world of copy-and-paste content.

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Hlengiwe Mbongwa

Hlengiwe's rapid ascent in film & TV production is a testament to her exceptional talent and drive. Starting as a Production Assistant, she swiftly advanced to Assistant Director and Production Coordinator roles on South African hits like "Uzalo," "Imbewu," and "Durban Gen." At Scholars Film, Hlengiwe excels as a Production Manager, embodying her mantra: "Give me production any time, any day." Her unparalleled skill in bringing ideas to life, coupled with her ability to build strong client relationships, makes her an invaluable asset. Hlengiwe's secret weapon? Recording everything and reviewing it during her downtime, ensuring no detail is overlooked. Fuelled by the thrill of storytelling and inspired by the industry's most dynamic creatives, she injects every project with boundless "do it NOW" energy, consistently turning client visions into striking realities with precision and passion.

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Colwyn Thomas

Co-founder of Scholars Film and winner of a Gold Lion at Cannes and a Best Director at the SAFTA’s, Colwyn is a director/writer with roots in illustration and journalism. Those origins continue to inform a visual sensitivity to storytelling and a creative process driven by good conversations. "We like to talk as much as we can and ask a lot of questions of our clients and partners," he says of his collaborative approach. “The creative process needs to have a really rigorous structure so that everyone can love being a part of it. But there has to be room for vulnerability. That’s what makes for the beautiful work that sits with an audience long after they’ve stopped watching.”

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Nosipho Mkhize

Nosipho, the self-proclaimed "feeler," welcomes clients with warmth and an eagerness to bring their visions to life. She has a unique talent for balancing creative aspirations with budget realities — her "special sauce," as she calls it. Drawing on her rich background in PR, marketing, and events, Nosipho infuses each project with strategic insight and collaborative innovation. Inspired by storytellers like Issa Rae, she revels in on-set energy and client satisfaction, guiding projects from concept to captivating reality with unmatched enthusiasm and skill.

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"This was my second project working with Scholars Film and as I type this review I am currently working with them on our 3rd together, with a 4th planned. Top notch in every aspect, from the people / teams they bring on as crew to our amazing director Colwyn Thomas who does whatever it takes to get the shot right. They are beautiful filmmakers, creative problem solvers and we always get gorgeous, film-worthy footage."

Jennifer May Rosen

Ogilvy Chicago

"Throughout Scholars Film’s tenure, they demonstrated exceptional skills through their experience, knowledge & capabilities. Thanks to Greg & Colwyn’s experience and team management skills, we were able to see our vision comes to life. Scholars go above and beyond to fulfill their assignments, and they are always willing to lend a helping hand. They are organised, responsible, and haven’t missed a deadline to date. I strongly believe that Scholars will add value to any project/production. I wholeheartedly recommend them."

Lauren Dreyer

The Hardy Boys

"I had the pleasure of working with Colwyn Thomas and Scholars Films for a project in 2022 that required us to shoot for seven days in various remote parts of Rwanda. Colwyn and team were the best partners we could ask for – collaborative and attentive, adventurous and flexible, able to work with an extremely tight budget, and, most importantly, unparalleled filmmakers. The content we captured and the stories we were able to tell were far more beautiful and in-depth than we could have imagined. We also partnered with the team through post and having Colwyn steer the ship on what story we were telling in the edit was crucial to delivering the most impactful work we could. Certified Care ended up winning numerous Cannes Gold Lions, being shortlisted for a Titanium, and earning dozens more awards beyond that. I highly recommend Scholars Film and really look forward to working with the team again!"

Serena Lignel

Energy BBDO

"Professional. Creative. Collaborative. Scholars are unbelievable from pitch through production - they have a Can-Do attitude and produce superb work!"

Keegan Eichstadt

Future Life

"The Scholars & Gentlemen team is engaged, professional and very knowledgeable about impactful filmmaking. They have helped us create beautiful, moving films that draw attention to the heart of Medicines for Malaria Venture’s core mission: ending malaria."

Doreen Yomoah

MMV

"I have been working with Scholars at the Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) for a number of years, and together we have produced award winning films that have become in many ways the industry standard for global health storytelling. Working with Scholars is a pleasure from start to finish – from conception, to shooting, to the last mile of editing to make that pressing deadline. They always deliver and their creativity and uniqueness cannot be matched. They are also at home shooting in difficult and remote environments. Without doubt, they make the most beautiful films in the global health/development space!"

Ilan Moss

DNDi