Aside from editing, John also works as a screenwriter and film director. He is most well known for his feature film debut "Nothing Serious" (2015) and his short film "speak" (2016). Visit his IMDB page here. 

production photo.jpg

John Appleton wrote and directed the 2016 short film "speak", the story of a young woman who retreats to the beaches of Cape Cod after a horrific event renders her mute. Watch it for free now on Youtube and Vimeo.


John Appleton completed his debut feature film "Nothing Serious" in 2015. It tells the story of a young woman who attempts to make a career for herself in New York City as a modern dancer. The film picked up the "Best of Show" award at the 2016 Lone Star film Festival as well as the "Special Prize for First Feature" at the 2016 Queens World Film Festival. Nothing Serious is now available on youtube to watch for free!