Declan, a native of Donegal in north west Ireland, has been fostering a passion for writing since his earliest childhood years. This creative inclination ultimately led him to embark on a film career, which commenced with his pivotal role in John Sayle's 1993 production, The Secret of Roan Inish. Subsequently, he has continued to make a significant impact in the film industry, featuring in notable projects such as The Martian and Atomic Blonde.
Notably, Declan took on the lead antagonist role in the biopic Curtiz, which delves into the making of the iconic film, Casablanca. Additionally, he has been a part of the esteemed cast of The Terror, a production for AMC, as well as The Witcher. Furthermore, Declan has demonstrated his versatility by venturing into screenwriting and direction, garnering recognition for his work.
In 2008, he won the prestigious Madrid Film Festival with his short film, Csapas, and subsequently, he took home the inaugural Hypewriter contest with his script, The Butcher, cementing his reputation as a talented and accomplished filmmaker.
