John Murray

John Murray is an accomplished documentary filmmaker with an impressive track record spanning over 20 years. He is an Emmy-award winner known for directing and producing over 100 films for top broadcasters globally. His work has received acclaim, with several national and international awards under his belt.

John's success includes prestigious recognitions such as the 2017 Grierson award for 'Wild Ireland - The Edge of the World' and top honors in natural history filmmaking with back-to-back Best of Festival wins at the Wildscreen & Jackson Hole Festivals for 'Broken Tail' and 'On a River in Ireland'. His cinematography has garnered Emmy nominations, highlighting his talent and expertise in the field.

With a career that kickstarted in 1991 documenting the first Irish expedition to scale an 8000-metre Himalayan peak, John has since explored diverse locations like Everest, the North Pole, the South Pole, Siberia, and the Sahara through his lens.

Notable works in John's portfolio include 'The Farthest', a documentary that won an Emmy, narrating the tale of the 1977 Voyager space mission, and 'Here Was Cuba', a Grierson nominated film commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Cuban Missile Crisis for PBS and Channel 4. John currently leads Crossing the Line Films, showcasing his leadership and creative vision in the industry.