Louis founded and runs the London International Festival of Science Fiction and Fantastic Film, or SCI-FI-LONDON as it is better known. Louis started the festival in 2002 and is responsible for programming, fund-raising, promoting and developing the brand. The festival is now in its 9th year. Louis also produces film and manages filmmaking events, with the aim of getting science fiction created that does not rely entirely on special effects. He lives in London with his partner and 2 daughters.