Conor Horgan's artistic odyssey commenced with a rigorous apprenticeship in the realm of photography, thus laying the foundation for his subsequent metamorphosis into a director of television commercials and music promotional materials.
As his ardor for storytelling progressively intensified, Horgan embarked upon a novel trajectory, venturing forth into the realm of feature filmmaking with his inaugural project, One Hundred Mornings. The film, highly anticipated in cinematic circles, received its world premiere at the prestigious Slamdance Film Festival in the year 2010, where it garnered the esteemed Special Mention Award.
Noted Irish actor, prior to transitioning to feature films, had already established a notable presence within the realm of short filmmaking, his critically acclaimed short, "The Last Time", serving as a testament to his burgeoning talent.
The aforementioned short, starring the highly acclaimed Linda Bassett, renowned for her iconic portrayal in the esteemed film "East is East", received a nationwide cinematic release within Ireland, thereby gaining widespread recognition.
Furthermore, "The Last Time" garnered a remarkable seven awards globally, including the distinguished UIP Director Award and the coveted Best Irish Short at The Cork Film Festival, solidifying its position as a standout in the world of short filmmaking.
Noted filmmaker, Horgan, has expanded his creative horizons beyond narrative filmmaking, courageously delving into the realm of documentary filmmaking with the feature-length documentary, The Queen of Ireland. This remarkable film made its debut throughout Ireland in October 2015, and its remarkable success did not go unnoticed, as it shattered the opening weekend box-office record for an Irish documentary, further cementing Horgan's reputation as a multifaceted and visionary filmmaker.
