Sarik Andreasyan, a renowned Russian director, was born in 1984 in Yerevan, Armenia. By the age of 29, he had already achieved significant success, ranking among the top-3 highest-grossing Russian directors according to Variety Russia.
Andreasyan's directing career began at a young age, with a successful remake of the Russian cult classic "Office Romance" at just 23 years old. This early success propelled him onto the map, and his subsequent film, the widely beloved box office hit "Moms", cemented his position as one of the most talented and profitable directors in his country.
The sequel to "Moms", "Happy New Year, Moms!", saw Andreasyan working alongside an ensemble cast, including the legendary Alan Delon. In 2013, he ventured into the American film industry, collaborating with Adrien Brody and Hayden Christensen on the highly-anticipated dramatic action film "American Heist".
The following year, Andreasyan produced and directed the sci-fi thriller "Mafia", based on an international hit social game. Employing top Russian talent and sensational CGI, the film boasted the biggest opening upon its release.
In 2016, Andreasyan took on the challenge of depicting the devastating Spitak earthquake in his epic drama "Earthquake", filmed on location. His passionate approach, unique style, and desire to honestly portray human suffering earned his film a selection by the National Armenian Film Committee to represent his country in the Academy Awards nomination process.
Later that year, Andreasyan pushed boundaries with his most ambitious project to date, "Guardians" (2017),described by Rotten Tomatoes as a "bone-headed" yet "utterly charming" superhero film. The film received widespread acclaim, with many outlets, including The Hollywood Reporter and The Guardian, declaring it the most anticipated international release of 2017.
As of the end of 2017, Andreasyan had four more projects in development, including the sci-fi thriller "Coma" and post-apocalyptic epic "Station 88". With his continued success and innovative approach, he is poised to establish himself as a sought-after director in Hollywood and a visionary in the world of cinematography.
