Directing
Seán Lohia McParland
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Directing
Credits
8 titles
Seán Lohia McParland is an indie filmmaker based on the Gold Coast, with roots stretching across New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Ireland, and Australia. He’s worked across independent film, commercial shoots, and larger productions, building a reputation for leading collaborative crews and guiding projects smoothly from pre-production through post. With a passion for inclusive storytelling, McParland creates safe, accessible spaces on set and behind the scenes. Through his work with Bus Stop Films, he writes, directs, and mentors emerging filmmakers with disabilities - helping to shape a film industry that’s more representative, creative, and human. Drawn to stories that explore love, frien…
Known for
NRToxikarma, the critically renowned Aussie metalcore act, is currently in the studio recording their follow-up to their debut album. Creative and personal conflicts within the band are at an all-time high. Frontman and vocalist Nathaniel Upton is pushing for raw emotion, while lead guitarist Sawyer Clemons is set on achieving musical precision. But when Nathaniel's unique "creative process" for achieving authenticity takes a dangerous turn, the pot finally boils over...
Toxikarma
2022
NRAn ice cream cart, a sunset, and a shared memory—two strangers rediscover a connection that speaks louder than words.
Strawberry Cheesecake
2024
NRTwo siblings reunited to spread the ashes of their father. Will they reconnect and bond or will this pull them further apart?
Good Mourning
2025
Dylan is a talented ping pong player rebuilding his confidence after a painful setback. Once a rising star in the local scene, being abandoned by his doubles partner mid-tournament left him struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, and feeling disconnected from who he used to be.
Ping Pong Royale
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NREarth. 2038. ISOLIS are working to create the perfect artificial intelligence so humans will never have to work again.
ISOLIS
2019
Behind the camera
NRToxikarma, the critically renowned Aussie metalcore act, is currently in the studio recording their follow-up to their debut album. Creative and personal conflicts within the band are at an all-time high. Frontman and vocalist Nathaniel Upton is pushing for raw emotion, while lead guitarist Sawyer Clemons is set on achieving musical precision. But when Nathaniel's unique "creative process" for achieving authenticity takes a dangerous turn, the pot finally boils over...
Toxikarma
2022
NRAn ice cream cart, a sunset, and a shared memory—two strangers rediscover a connection that speaks louder than words.
Strawberry Cheesecake
2024
NRAn ice cream cart, a sunset, and a shared memory—two strangers rediscover a connection that speaks louder than words.
Strawberry Cheesecake
2024
NRTwo siblings reunited to spread the ashes of their father. Will they reconnect and bond or will this pull them further apart?
Good Mourning
2025
NRTwo siblings reunited to spread the ashes of their father. Will they reconnect and bond or will this pull them further apart?
Good Mourning
2025
Dylan is a talented ping pong player rebuilding his confidence after a painful setback. Once a rising star in the local scene, being abandoned by his doubles partner mid-tournament left him struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, and feeling disconnected from who he used to be.
Ping Pong Royale
—
Dylan is a talented ping pong player rebuilding his confidence after a painful setback. Once a rising star in the local scene, being abandoned by his doubles partner mid-tournament left him struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, and feeling disconnected from who he used to be.
Ping Pong Royale
—
NREarth. 2038. ISOLIS are working to create the perfect artificial intelligence so humans will never have to work again.
ISOLIS
2019