Matthew Warchus

English theatre and film director, known for directing the film Pride (2014) and the stage production of Matilda the Musical.

Directed the film Pride (2014). Known for directing the stage production of Matilda the Musical. Served as Artistic Director of the Old Vic (appointed 2015).

The review praises Matthew Warchus's Pride for balancing historical complexity with entertaining aesthetic choices. Highlights include a deftly handled ensemble, restrained but dignified portrayal of gay characters, and a finale of intimate close-ups that underline personal pride and solidarity. Overall the critic reads the film as broader than a narrow political message — a celebration of human dignity and collective resistance.

For:film enthusiasts, theatre-goers, critics, readers interested in LGBT cinema and historical dramas