Andrew de Burgh, a renowned writer-director, embarked on his illustrious filmmaking career during his academic tenure at Pepperdine University in the picturesque coastal town of Malibu, California.
In the year 2017, the talented de Burgh ventured into the realm of filmmaking, taking on the multifaceted roles of writer, producer, and director for the short silent film "The Twisted Doll". This cinematic masterpiece premiered at the prestigious Polish Film Festival Los Angeles, showcasing de Burgh's exceptional creative prowess.
Additionally, de Burgh's impressive resume boasts the distinction of writing and directing another notable short film, "Queen of Hearts", a virtual reality horror experience that stars the captivating Christina Calph.
Noted filmmaker, de Burgh, embarked on a remarkable journey by establishing the prestigious production company, Sacred Ember Films, which would eventually serve as the catalyst for his foray into feature filmmaking. The inaugural venture, the sci-fi drama "The Bestowal", was a groundbreaking endeavor that boasted an impressive cast, featuring the talented Sharmita Bhattacharya, and garnered widespread critical acclaim, boasting a 78% approval rating on the esteemed Rotten Tomatoes platform.
This cinematic masterpiece went on to garner an impressive array of accolades at various film festivals around the world, further solidifying de Burgh's reputation as a visionary director. Among the numerous awards bestowed upon "The Bestowal" were the coveted Best Director honor at the Lake City International Film Festival, the Best Actress award at the Los Angeles IFS Film Festival, and the prestigious Best Screenplay recognition at the Love International Film Festival.
In the year 2021, renowned filmmaker and creative force, de Burgh, took on the dual role of producer and director for the animated Christmas short film, "The Legend of Santa". This highly acclaimed production garnered widespread critical acclaim and, as a testament to its excellence, secured a coveted spot at the esteemed film festival, DokuFest, with the potential to qualify for a prestigious BAFTA award.
Noted television personality, de Burgh, made a spectacular debut as the mastermind behind the thought-provoking psychological thriller, "The Twisted Doll", which premiered on October 31st, 2024, on the esteemed platforms of Cpics and ZEE5, captivating audiences with its gripping narrative and achieving the impressive feat of trending at number one.
This exceptional series boasts an impressive cast of newcomers, featuring the talented Summer Singh and Felix Merback in the leading roles, alongside a talented ensemble of actors, including the skilled Bree Mignano, Xander Bailey, Andrew Ghai, Carrington Durham, Rebecca Ritz, Chelsea Gilson, and Will Roberts, each bringing their unique abilities to the screen.
In the year 2024, the multifaceted creative talent, de Burgh, embarked on a new cinematic endeavour, penning, producing, and directing his second feature film as writer-director, a chilling horror-thriller masterpiece titled "The Seductress from Hell". This ambitious project boasts an impressive cast, including the captivating Rocio Scotto in the title role, alongside talented actors Jason Faunt, James Hyde, and Andy Lauer.
As a collaborative effort between the innovative production companies Garaj Pictures and Sacred Ember Films, "The Seductress from Hell" showcases exceptional sound design courtesy of the skilled Steve Campagna, striking special effects makeup by the talented Brittany Jamison-Lackey, and meticulous art direction by the accomplished Anna Giudice.
