FEATURE DOC
Alex Verner is an independent director known for crafting philosophical, visually striking documentaries that explore complex subjects with emotional depth and intellectual clarity. Beginning his career in wildlife television, he developed a patient, observational storytelling style, which now informs his approach to arts, culture, and technology-driven narratives.
His films include Christy Brown: Self Portrait (RTÉ, 2024), featuring Saoirse Ronan and narrated by Aidan Gillen, a revealing portrait of the artist beyond My Left Foot. He also directed Jack B. Yeats: The Man Who Painted Ireland, written by Colm Tóibín and narrated by Pierce Brosnan, as well as Cyborg Society, a documentary on artificial intelligence created with bestselling author Nina Schick. His work is defined by a distinctive blend of visual poetry, rigorous storytelling, and a commitment to capturing truth with nuance and cinematic craft.
Contact alex@averner.com to discuss your project!
CYBORG SOCIETY - SEE PROJECT INFO
CHRISTY BROWN — SEE PROJECT INFO
SELF PORTRAIT is a striking exploration of Christy Brown’s life and work, featuring Saoirse Ronan and narrated by Aidan Gillen. Praised by The Irish Times as “a moving and thought-provoking portrait of a complex artist,” the film also marks Alex Verner’s debut as a writer of factual documentary, offering fresh insight into one of Ireland’s most extraordinary creative minds.
UNTAMEABLE — SEE PROJECT INFO
UNTAMEABLE was released in conjunction with the Seamus Heaney estate. Nominated for an RTS award for best specialist factual programme — it was written by Colm Tóibín (author of Brooklyn) and narrated by Ciarán Hinds. Click to see the glowing Irish Independent and Irish times reviews.
YEATS — SEE PROJECT INFO
TT3D: CLOSER TO THE EDGE
CAMERA TRAP
