Michael O’Halloran is a Brisbane-Based Director, Writer & Producer. He makes things for the big screen, the small screen, and everything in between.

  • Director | Producer | Writer

    Michael O’Halloran is an award-winning Australian film director. A graduate of QUT’s Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film and Television, Michael has built a reputation for cinematic storytelling, visual flair, and tightly paced narratives across short films, music videos, and commercials.

    His early short films screened internationally and picked up a range of festival accolades, including recognition at the Los Angeles Action on Film Festival, the Park City Film Festival, the Los Angeles Independent Film Festival Awards, and the International Independent Film Awards.

    In 2024, Michael was nominated for an ARIA Award (Best Video) for his work directing Budjerah’s Is It Ever Gonna Make Sense.

    2025 saw the release of his debut feature film, Space/Time, distributed in Australia and New Zealand by Umbrella Entertainment. The film played to sold-out audiences during its limited cinema run and went on to enjoy a strong VOD debut, reaching number 3 on the Apple Sci-Fi chart in its opening weekend. Space/Time will release in North America and worldwide via Epic Pictures in January 2026.

    FEATURE FILM

    Space/Time (2025)

    SHORT FILMS

    Break The Rock (2015)

    The Dossier Case (2012)

    The Doom Plan (2011)

    The Unicycle Diaries (2007)

    SELECTED AWARDS

    Winner Best Short, Los Angeles Independent Film Festival

    Winner Best Short, International Independent Film Awards

    Winner Best Short, American Movie Awards

    Nominated Best Video, 2024 ARIA Awards

He Makes Movies with Big-Screen Energy. Whether it’s a sci-fi epic or something more intimate, his films are driven by heart, scale, and a healthy disregard for limitations.
MICHAEL'S NEW FEATURE FILM

  • A new sci-fi feature film directed by Michael O’Halloran

    Space/Time is an ambitious, independently produced science fiction feature from Mohworks Films, directed by Michael O’Halloran and co-written with Adam Harmer. Described as Breaking Bad meets Back to the Future, the film blends bold sci-fi ideas, visceral action, and classic cinematic spectacle.

    Shot in Brisbane with a powerhouse local cast and crew, Space/Time showcases the depth of Queensland talent across all departments – from production design and cinematography to VFX and sound. Despite its micro-budget, the film delivers a full-scale cinematic experience, complete with dynamic visuals, a Dolby Atmos mix, and a sweeping orchestral score performed by the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra.

    The result is a bold, original sci-fi story brought to life with ingenuity, passion, and a deep love of classic filmmaking.

    Visit www.spacetimemovie.com

He Loves a Challenge – Be It a Music Video, Commercial, or Something Entirely New. Michael believes good ideas can come from any brief and loves figuring them out.
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He’s Ready for What’s Next. And Wants to Make Something With You. Whether you're a creative, producer, brand or dreamer, reach out. He’d love to hear from you.

Send Michael an Email ✉️

michael@mohworks.com