Cos Mandis | Writer, Director
Cos Mandis
About
Hello! I’m Cos, a writer and director based in London. My work ranges from comedies to thrillers, often with a surreal twist.My films and screenplays have received accolades at several festivals, including Academy Award, European Film Award and BIFA qualifiers (more details here).Most recently, my short film Sleep premiered at the Academy Award-qualifying Drama International Short Film Festival, where it won Best Screenplay in the National Student Competition.Any projects in the works, Cos? Why yes, thank you for asking. I’m currently in post-production on a cocktail themed comedy short, Passing The Bar.Curious? Inspired? Just fancy a chat? Don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Cos Mandis
Passing The Bar
A job interview at a cocktail bar goes wildly off-menu.
Coming Soon
Sleep
A burnt-out cleaner struggles to secure the one thing that can save him from the sack: more sleep.
10’ / QMUL (2025)
Star Signs
One house party. One psychic. One unforgettable night.
7’ (2025)
Award Highlights
Best Screenplay, 48th Drama International Short Film Festival (National Student Competition)
Best Writer, 2025 Greenwich Film Festival
Golden List, The Golden Script Competition 2025
Nominated, European Short Awards 2025 (Thriller Screenplay Category)
Festival Highlights
Thessaloniki International Film Festival
Bute Street Festival
Soho London Independent Film Festival
Tees Valley International Film Festival
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