His first-ever foray into film, "Dance of Shiva", would be shortlisted for an Academy Award in the late '90s
Initially interested in becoming an actor, he studied drama in France, the U․K․ and Poland before pursuing work behind the camera
After gaining success from "Dance of Shiva", he would transition to television series and made-for-television films for BBC and others
Began his career as a director with experimental stage productions before beginning work on his first short film, one that would eventually be shortlisted for an Oscar
Awards
2011Le Reflet d'Or-Best International Television Series:winner
2012OFTA Television Award-Best Direction of a Motion Picture or Miniseries:nominated