Born to a dance teacher mother and a gambler father, actor and filmmaker Shane Stark made a bold departure from his Louisiana roots at the tender age of 17. His journey took him to Los Angeles, where he landed a job working for none other than the legendary Marlon Brando. This initial break led to an opportunity to build a notorious nightclub for the iconic Jack Nicholson, a project that would shape his early career.
As Stark's professional trajectory took off, he began to make a name for himself in the entertainment industry. He acted in a string of critically acclaimed television shows and independent films, including the 1987 cult classic "Border Radio," the 1989 thriller "Intruder," the 1990 campy delight "Chopper Chicks in Zombietown," and the 1989 music-infused drama "This Ain't Bebop."
After leaving Hollywood, Stark took a hiatus, only to return in 2012. Since then, he has worked on a wide range of television projects, from the hit series "Nashville," "Reckless," "Magnum P.I.," and "Sleepy Hollow" to blockbuster films like "Homefront," "Django Unchained," "The Hateful Eight," "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood," "Honey Boy," and several music videos featuring the iconic Lana Del Rey.
Throughout his illustrious career, Stark has received numerous accolades, including the prestigious 1st prize award at the Producers Guild of America / Debra Hill Competition in 2012 and the Canon Imagination Film Contest in 2013.
In recent years, Stark has been focused on his own production company, with several film projects in various stages of development. His most recent film endeavors include "Alice," an "Untitled Paul Thomas Anderson Project," and the critically acclaimed "Tyger Tyger," which has inspired him to continue pushing the boundaries of his craft.
