Quarterfinalist, 2026 Roadmap Writers' Shorts Competition
Quarterfinalist, Roadmap Writers Kids' Television Competition 2024
BIO
Guy McDouall crafts dark genre narratives marked by strong hooks, unexpected plot twists, and supernatural intrigue. These stories often evoke empathy for flawed characters as they grapple with temptations and moral dilemmas. McDouall has garnered accolades from prestigious organizations, including the New Zealand Writers Guild, Roadmap Writers, The PAGE Awards and The BlueCat Screenplay Contest. His short horror film "Feeder"-directed by Academy Award-winning filmmaker Christian Rivers-has been featured in numerous film festivals, such as Fantasia, NZIFF, Sitges, MIFF, and Morbido.