Next person biography:
A renowned and multi-award-winning filmmaker with a storied career spanning over three and a half decades, I have had the privilege of working in a diverse range of genres, including feature films, documentaries, and traditional film animation. My extensive experience encompasses all aspects of film and television production, with a particular emphasis on feature film, documentary, and traditional film animation.
Throughout my career, I have been driven by a passion for storytelling that goes beyond the surface level, seeking to engage and move audiences on a deeper level. This dedication to mastering the art of storytelling has led me to take on a wide range of challenging and complex projects, often pushing the boundaries of what is thought possible.
One of my most notable achievements is the Vietnam War story "The Battle of Long Tan", which features Sam Worthington and holds the record for the highest-rated program on paid television in Australia. Additionally, my documentaries "He's Coming South" and "M24 - The Last Sunrise" resulted in the discovery of the lost WWII Japanese Midget Submarine, solving one of Australia's most enduring maritime mysteries.
Prior to 2012, I was the only foreigner permitted to operate in the highly restricted areas of Myanmar (Burma),where I documented and led multiple search and recovery operations for the Lady Southern Cross, the world's oldest and greatest aviation mystery, and the Great Bell of King Dhammazedi, the most significant relic of the Buddhist religion, missing for over 400 years.
In addition to my work in documentary and feature film, I have also explored the realm of genre-bending art-house features, as seen in my 2012 film "Semi Colon". More recently, I have worked on "Out Of The Burning Blue" (2016),an old-school WWI action adventure film shot on location in California.
Throughout my career, I have divided my time between Asia, the US, and Australia, and I am always eager to discuss new projects with like-minded individuals.
