Mícheál Óg Lane is an exceptionally gifted Irish actor, boasting a profound affiliation with Galway, and is widely regarded for his enthralling on-screen presence in both cinematic and televisual productions.
Notably, his masterful depiction of Eugene in the universally acclaimed film The Guard, released in 2011, garnered him widespread recognition, swiftly followed by his outstanding portrayal of Micheál in Calvary, a 2014 cinematic endeavour, where he had the distinguished pleasure of sharing the screen with the illustrious Brendan Gleeson.
Mícheál, a talented individual with a passion for the silver screen, successfully completed his studies at the prestigious Bow Street Academy-The National Screen Acting School of Ireland, graduating with distinction in the Class of 2022.
Before making a name for himself in feature films, Mícheál showcased his impressive acting skills in the short film Fairview Park, a project that was generously funded by the British Film Institute's Network initiative. The film premiered at the renowned Galway Film Festival, providing Mícheál with a valuable platform to demonstrate his abilities to a wider audience.
The multifaceted thespian is set to make a striking appearance in the forthcoming psychological horror film, The Damned, slated for release in 2024, under the visionary direction of Thordur Palsson, alongside the talented Odessa Young and Joe Cole. This cinematic masterpiece had its world premiere at the illustrious Tribeca Festival in the iconic city of New York.
Furthermore, Mícheál played a pivotal role in Fréwaka, a chilling Irish-language horror film directed by the talented Aislinn Clarke, which made its debut at the prestigious Locarno Film Festival in Switzerland.