After studying stage management at RADA, Willy Wands returned to Scotland to work at the prestigious Citizens Theatre. He began his career in the Scottish film industry working on the early films of Bill Forsyth. Recent production credits include Terence Davies adaptation of Edith Whartons House of Mirth, starring Gillian Anderson, Bill Forsyths Gregorys Two Girls, The Winter Guest, Alan Rickmans directorial debut, and the award-winning comedy hit East is East.