Geordie Sabbagh, a multifaceted writer-director, has garnered recognition for his eclectic body of work, comprising a diverse array of shorts that have garnered accolades, including awards, and have been showcased at esteemed film festivals, such as ComicCon and Fantasia, where his projects, Counselling and The Proposal, have made a notable impression.
His inaugural feature film, A Sunday Kind of Love, was one of the five highly-regarded projects chosen from across the vast expanse of Canada to be greenlit for the prestigious IndieCan10K competition. This notable achievement marked a significant milestone in the filmmaker's career, as the film went on to premiere at the esteemed Montreal World Film Festival.
Geordie is actively engaged in the production of a forthcoming short film, Tomorrow's Shadows, which boasts an impressive cast, featuring the illustrious David Cronenberg in a starring role.
Geordie's multifaceted career extends far beyond his impressive credentials as a writer and director, as he has also ventured into the realm of film production, yielding a string of notable feature films that have garnered significant attention in the industry.
Notably, Geordie's production credits include the critically acclaimed film Old Stock, which made a resounding impact at the box office, securing a top 5 spot in Canada during its opening week.
Furthermore, Geordie's production prowess was showcased in the thriller Clean Break, a cinematic masterpiece that won the prestigious Best Drama award at the Atlanta Horror Film Festival, a testament to his exceptional storytelling abilities and dedication to his craft.
Geordie has had the distinguished honor of being chosen for participation in a multitude of esteemed industry programs, a testament to his exceptional skills and dedication to his craft. Among these notable recognitions, Geordie was selected for the 2013 Whistler Project Lab, a prestigious program that showcases innovative storytelling and emerging talent. Additionally, he was chosen for the 2013 Berlin Project Market, a premier platform for filmmakers to present their projects to industry professionals and secure financing. Furthermore, Geordie was part of the 2014 TIFF Producer's Lab, a highly competitive program that fosters the development of new film projects and provides guidance from industry experts. He also attended the TIFF International Financing Forum, a unique opportunity for filmmakers to connect with financiers, distributors, and other industry stakeholders. Moreover, Geordie was part of the 2015 CMPA and Telefilm Berlin Delegation, a selective group of Canadian filmmakers who were invited to participate in the Berlin International Film Festival and engage with the global film community.
He has garnered numerous accolades, boasting an impressive array of prizes, with one notable distinction being the prestigious 10,000 Euro VFF Pitch award, conferred upon him at the esteemed Berlin Film Festival in the year 2013, where he also had the privilege of participating in the coveted Talent Lab.
