John Reavey

Freelance Northern Irish Director John Reavey has been based in London from the age of 18 working in the industry, with an emphasis on coming-of-age and LGBTQ+ pieces.

Across 2019, his passion project ‘Reveal’ piece went on to be further funded by football organisation giants COPA90, and featured on Sky TV for the entirety of Pride Month. The piece earned awards across London and was screened across Trainline WiFi, Sports Media LGBTQ+ as well as gaining over 50,000 views online.

In 2020 Reavey announced the production of ‘Reavey Brothers’ - which crowd funded over £20,000 in one week. Co-written with Jordi Estape-Montserrat and featuring Dylan Llewellyn, ‘Reavey Brothers’ is currently postponed due to COVID-19.

A graduate in Digital Film Production from Ravensbourne University London, further clients Reavey has worked with include Tommy Hilfiger, Attitude Magazine, Stand Up To Cancer, Matty Healy and Victoria Square Belfast to name but a few.

Alex reflecting on himself, his life, and his future.

Alex playing football, his passion

Alex deep in thought

The London Titans

Football field - Alex's safe space when he is alone

REVEAL – Being gay in the game has always had it's stories, conspiracies and arguably - controversies. Born in Colombia to traditionally strict parents, filmmaker John Reavey follows Alex, a 22-year-old from London, finding out his story about what it means for him to be gay and play football today. Exploring how this isn't just an issue for someone like Alex, and how a club can bring people together to help enjoy the game - and also change lives.