John-Luke Montias, a talented individual, was born in Rochester, New York, and spent his formative years in New Haven, Connecticut. His academic pursuits took him to New York University, where he delved into the world of acting and film.
Montias's filmmaking career began with the production of "Bobby G Can't Swim," a project that he completed on a modest budget of approximately $20,000 in Hell's Kitchen, New York City. The film garnered widespread recognition, including the New Directions Award and Best Director at the AFI Los Angeles International Film Festival. "Bobby G" received a theatrical release and was made available on DVD in the United States and other countries worldwide.
Montias later ventured into television, directing the pilot episode "Nicky's Game," which starred Burt Young and John Ventimiglia.
In recent years, Montias's work has continued to gain recognition. His film "Off Jackson Avenue" had a limited theatrical release and was nominated for the Adrienne Shelly Award by the Women Film Critic Circle, an honor bestowed upon films that most passionately oppose violence against women. The film is now available on all major platforms.
Montias's upcoming feature, "Lulu Forever," promises to be a dark crime-comedy that will showcase his unique style and talent as a filmmaker.
