Saara Lamberg

Saara Lamberg

Personal Details

Biography

Saara Lamberg, a Finnish Australian director, actor, writer, and producer, has made a profound and lasting impact in the film industry, garnering an impressive array of awards and accolades that have solidified their reputation as a master of their craft.

Their impressive résumé boasts a plethora of prestigious awards, including the Best Film and Best Director at the Influx Awards in California in 2022, a testament to their exceptional talent and dedication to their work.

Furthermore, their impressive haul of awards also includes the Best Film and Best Director at the Veracruz World Film Awards in Mexico in 2022, a nod to their ability to transcend borders and captivate audiences worldwide.

In addition, their impressive collection of awards also includes the Best Film at the IFF in Milan in 2018, a recognition of their skill in crafting compelling and engaging narratives.

Moreover, their impressive array of awards also includes the Best Film at the FAFF in Los Angeles in 2017, a testament to their ability to craft films that resonate with audiences.

Additionally, their impressive collection of awards also includes the Cinema Australia Audience Award in Melbourne in 2017, a recognition of their ability to craft films that captivate and engage audiences.

Furthermore, their impressive array of awards also includes the Bronze prize at the Beverly Hills screenplay contest in Hollywood in 2013, a testament to their exceptional writing skills.

Moreover, their impressive collection of awards also includes the Best Actor at Comfy Shorts in Melbourne in 2014, a recognition of their impressive acting abilities.

Additionally, their impressive array of awards also includes the Best Drama at the Connect Film Festival in Melbourne in 2014, a recognition of their ability to craft compelling and engaging narratives.

And, finally, their impressive collection of awards also includes the Best Actor in Lithuania in 2004, a testament to their enduring talent and dedication to their craft.

Saara Lamberg's odyssey in the world of filmmaking commenced upon their relocation to England in the year 2006, where they embarked on a transformative educational journey at the illustrious Dartington College of Arts, ultimately graduating with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) degree in Theatre and Choreographic Practices in 2007.

Following their academic pursuits, Lamberg made the decision to relocate to Melbourne in January 2010, a move that would ultimately lead to a significant milestone in their life. In 2012, they received a prestigious Distinguished Talent Permanent Residency, a testament to their remarkable talents and dedication to their craft.

As the years progressed, Lamberg's connection to their adopted homeland continued to grow, and in 2014, they proudly accepted Australian citizenship, a symbol of their deep commitment to the country and its people.

The career of this individual in the film industry is marked by a series of notable milestones. Their inaugural feature film, Innuendo, made its theatrical debut in Melbourne during the year 2017, prior to being broadcast nationally across Australian free-to-air television in 2019. This accomplishment was soon followed by the completion and release of their sophomore feature, Westermarck Effect, which premiered at the prestigious Cannes Cinephiles selection in 2022. Furthermore, their third feature-length production, The Lies We Tell Ourselves, was characterized by a bold and innovative approach, as it was fully improvised. This unique creative endeavor has since been showcased at various film festivals around the world, garnering attention and acclaim for its groundbreaking style.

Saara Lamberg is currently involved in the production of not one, but two feature films, namely Conversations with Spithead and COMA, a testament to their unwavering dedication to their craft and unrelenting passion for storytelling.

Despite being confronted with a plethora of personal challenges, including the devastating loss of their mother to early-onset dementia, as well as their own courageous battle with breast cancer, which they bravely fought in their thirties, Lamberg has emerged as a beacon of resilience, strength, and unshakeable determination.

Their remarkable personal fortitude has earned them a reputation for being a true force to be reckoned with, and their unyielding work ethic has allowed them to maintain an impressive pace in their professional endeavors.

In addition to their creative pursuits, Lamberg is also a dedicated and committed member of several esteemed organizations, including Filmonik Melbourne, which is part of the international Kino Movement, and the Montsalvat Collective, a testament to their unwavering commitment to their community and their craft.

Career

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2024
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COMA
COMA as Soul
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2022
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2019
Cult Girls
Cult Girls as Dalia
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2017
Innuendo
Innuendo as Tuuli / Suvi
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2011
Seance
Seance as Theresa's Spirit (voice)
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2024
The Lies We Tell Ourselves
The Lies We Tell Ourselves as Director, Writer
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COMA
COMA as Director, Writer
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2022
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2017
Innuendo
Innuendo as Director, Screenplay