Jason Farries is a renowned multi-award winning actor and director, boasting a successful career spanning almost a decade. With a reputation as a versatile and accomplished artist, he has earned recognition for his impressive range and dedication to his craft.
Born and raised in the UK, Jason discovered his passion for acting at a young age and has since honed his skills through extensive training and experience. He began his career working on independent and amateur stage and film productions, gradually building his experience and skills before pursuing a professional career.
Jason's earliest acting credit was in a national commercial for Waitrose, which was broadcast during the 2015 Christmas season. He later went on to study acting in Stratford-upon-Avon and earned his Bachelor's degree in Filmmaking at the SAE Institute in Oxford. Additionally, Jason took classes at RADA, studying classic and contemporary pieces.
As an actor, Jason has appeared in numerous films across popular streaming platforms such as Netflix and Amazon Prime, showcasing his ability to adapt to various roles and genres. Some of his notable performances include 'An Inspector Calls', 'The Haunting of Margam Castle', 'HOMESICK', 'Cunk on Britain', and 'The Jack In The Box Awakenings'.
In 2017, Jason gained widespread recognition for his performance as Dorian in 'The Picture of Dorian Gray' during a six-month tour of Italy. His portrayal of the complex character was highly acclaimed by both critics and audiences alike, earning him widespread praise and recognition.
Besides captivating audiences, Jason is an accomplished director, having directed two feature films and multiple award-winning shorts. His first feature-length film 'An Inspector Calls' received several awards for production design and costuming, and has now amassed over two million views on YouTube. The film was also awarded Best Feature Film at the Kosice Film Awards in Slovakia in 2018.
Following this success, Jason's second feature film 'HOMESICK', a micro-budget feature created during the 2020 lockdown, landed on Amazon Prime and was featured in the New York Times, further solidifying his reputation as a rising star in the industry.
Jason's short-form productions have also seen great success. The ghost film 'ZMORA' attained nine awards, including Best Horror, Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, and Best Ensemble Cast. His other short film 'The Voodoo Man' received Best Actor and Best Mystery Short from the Independent Short Awards in LA.
In 2020, Jason launched 'Black Elk Productions', an independent film company that he now operates with a team of talented independent filmmakers. Most recently, as of March 2023, Jason and his fellow cast members were acknowledged with the Best Ensemble Cast award from The Independent Shorts Awards in LA for their work in 'Letters For Lost Lovers', set to release in 2024.
Despite his impressive achievements, Jason remains grounded and committed to his craft, constantly seeking new challenges and opportunities to grow as an artist. He continues to inspire and captivate audiences with his dynamic performances and innovative storytelling, solidifying his position as one of the most exciting talents in the film industry today.
