Conor McDermottroe is a multifaceted creative force, residing in London and hailing from Ireland. His professional trajectory spans the realms of film, television, and theatre, as he continues to work on various projects. Currently, he is in pre-production for a feature film, adapting a television screenplay, and in discussions to stage his latest theatrical piece.
McDermottroe's impressive body of work includes his last feature film, Halal Daddy, which received a cinematic release in 2017/18 and garnered two IFTA award nominations. His previous feature film, "Swansong, Story of Occi Byrne," was selected for prestigious film festivals in Munich, Montreal, and Camerimage, and won the best drama award at the Galway film fleadh. Furthermore, it earned six IFTA nominations and took home the Martin McCann best actor award for his portrayal of Occi.
In addition to his work in film, McDermottroe has made a notable impact in the theatre world. His critically acclaimed one-man play, "Swansong," enjoyed a global tour and was translated into German and Swedish. Other productions have been staged in Europe and the United States, where he received a nomination for best new play at the IRNE awards.
Prior to his success as a writer and director, McDermottroe enjoyed a successful acting career spanning over two decades. He has acted in film and television productions in the UK, Ireland, and Australia, where he resided for ten years. His extensive list of credits includes collaborations with prominent production companies such as Warner Brothers, Working Title, the BBC, the ABC, and RTE.
Before venturing into writing and directing, McDermottroe's early work included two screenplays selected for the Moonstone International Screenwriter Workshops. His numerous short films have also garnered recognition, with his most recent effort, "A Woman's Hair," winning the best film award at the Venice International Short Film Festival.
