Geoff Ryan is a renowned and accomplished film director, renowned for his exceptional work in the cinematic industry. His feature film, FRAY, garnered widespread critical acclaim upon its theatrical release, with the esteemed LA Times praising it as "Superior... packs a punch". Moreover, FRAY has been listed among the top 30 films on Amazon's "War & Military" movie list, a testament to its enduring impact.
Throughout his career, Ryan has also demonstrated his versatility as a filmmaker by creating captivating music videos and television commercials for prominent clients such as Macy's and Lord & Taylor. These advertisements have been broadcast nationally and globally, showcasing Ryan's ability to craft engaging and memorable visual content.
Ryan's journey as a filmmaker began at a young age, when he was introduced to the world of moving images through a one-week summer animation class. It was during this class that he met his lifelong friend and collaborator, Jarin Blaschke, who would go on to work as a cinematographer on films such as The Witch and FRAY.
As a teenager, Ryan and Blaschke decided to explore live-action filmmaking, creating a short film that was showcased at the Northwest Film Center's "Young People's Film Festival". This early success sparked a passion within Ryan to use filmmaking as a means of touching hearts and driving social change, a motivation that continues to propel his work to this day.
Ryan's dedication to his craft is evident in the thought-provoking and impactful films he creates, and his ability to inspire and captivate audiences through his work has solidified his position as a respected and accomplished film director.
