Made in Chelsea director Oli Tridgell to lift the lid on reality TV at BIFF 2026
Ever wondered how the drama of Made in Chelsea actually gets made? Series director Oli Tridgell is coming to Bournemouth International Film Festival for an exclusive fireside chat, and nothing is off-limits.
Oli is a Series Director and Series Producer who leads large teams, builds complex multi-camera sequences, and directs intimate single-camera shoots. He has worked across primetime entertainment and documentary. In addition to Made in Chelsea, where he served as series director on both the main series and Made in Chelsea NYC, his credits include Bradley Walsh & Son: Breaking Dad and The Real Housewives of London.
In a relaxed, intimate conversation, Oli will share how structured reality shows are shaped, what happens behind the camera, and what it takes to build a career directing some of the UK’s most-watched entertainment. It’s a rare chance for aspiring filmmakers, TV fans and anyone curious about the industry to ask questions directly.
When: [Saturday 10th October / 1.30PM], Hilton Bournemouth
Tickets: Included with Day Tripper and VIP passes. [Book your tickets now]
