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Danny CannonAnglo-American actor, screenwriter, director and producer.
Date of Birth: 01.01.1968
Country:  USA |
Content:
- Early Life and Influences
- Breaking into the Film Industry
- Studying Film and Television
- Early Filmography
- Directing Successes and Television Ventures
- Football and Filmmaking
- Continued Television Work
Early Life and Influences
In 1984, at the age of 16, Danny Cannon began his filmmaking journey. His involvement in the experimental youth company at the 33 Arts Centre provided him with a platform to develop various video films. Collaborating with other directors, he honed his skills as a cinematographer and learned valuable techniques from filmmaker Dermot Byrne.
Breaking into the Film Industry
Inspired by Ridley Scott's "Blade Runner," Cannon designed a poster for Judge Dredd's planned film adaptation in 1987. This work caught the attention of the BBC, which awarded Cannon the "Young Filmmaker of the Year Award" for his 40-minute short film "Sometimes."
Studying Film and Television
In 1988, Cannon enrolled at the National Film and Television School, graduating in 1990. During this time, he released his short film "Strangers."
Early Filmography
Cannon's feature film debut came in 1993 with "The Young Americans," starring Harvey Keitel and featuring a title song by Björk. In 1995, he directed "Judge Dredd," a film that despite its high budget, received mixed reviews.
Directing Successes and Television Ventures
Cannon's subsequent films included "Phoenix" and "I Still Know What You Did Last Summer" in 1998. From 2000, he shifted his focus to television, directing and producing several episodes of the "CSI" franchise.
Football and Filmmaking
An avid soccer enthusiast, Cannon played regularly for the Hollywood United F.C., a team composed of celebrities and former professional footballers.
Continued Television Work
In 2006, Cannon directed the pilot episode of "Capital Law." In 2010, he became the director and executive producer of the series "Nikita." Later, in 2011, he directed the pilot of "Alcatraz."
