Directing
Steve Barron
Steven Barron, born on May 4, 1956, in Dublin, Ireland, is a prominent Irish director and producer recognized for his influential work in both film and music videos. He is particularly celebrated for directing the iconic films "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" (1990) and "Coneheads" (1993), as well as for his groundbreaking music videos, including a-ha's "Take on Me" and Michael Jackson's "Billie Jean."
Barron's creative journey began in his youth, influenced by his mother, filmmaker Zelda Barron. After attending St Marylebone Grammar School, he made his directorial debut in 1979. Throughout the 1980s, he crafted some of the era's most memorable music videos, including "Money for Nothing" by Dire Straits. His last music video during this prolific period was for David Bowie’s "As the World Falls Down" in 1993.
In addition to his work in music, Barron directed the sci-fi comedy "Electric Dreams" in 1984 and several episodes of the acclaimed series "The Storyteller." He returned to film with titles such as "The Adventures of Pinocchio" (1996), "Rat" (2000), and "Mike Bassett: England Manager" (2001).
His talent also extends to television, where he helmed award-winning miniseries like "Merlin" (1998), "Arabian Nights" (2000), and "Dreamkeeper" (2003) for Hallmark Entertainment. In a notable comeback, Barron directed a-ha's final music video, "Butterfly Butterfly (The Last Hurrah)," in July 2010, marking a significant return to his roots in music video production.
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