Yann Perera is a British-Sri Lankan screenwriter from London. He writes dark psychological dramas with a social conscience.

Often these involve characters pushed to explore the boundaries of the human condition, battling with their morality, mortality, trauma, identity and meaning.

Awards (Selected, Finalist or Nominee)

  • London International Screenplay Awards 2026

  • LA International Art Film Fest 2026

  • Art Film Spirit Awards 2026

  • NICE International Film Festival 2026

  • Oxford Script Awards 2026

  • Independent Shorts Awards 2026

  • Berlin International Screenplay Festival 2025