JOHN JARRATT– BIO
Writer, Producer, Director & Actor
John Jarratt: The Legend of Australian Cinema
With a career spanning five decades, John Jarratt is an unstoppable force in Australian film and television—and no, let’s clear this up once and for all: John was NOT in Play School.
Boasting an incredible 96+ IMDb credits, John has starred in some of Australia’s most iconic films and TV shows, including Picnic at Hanging Rock, Summer City, Dark Age, and BOAR. But let’s be real—he is best known for his bone-chilling portrayal of Mick Taylor, the sadistic outback killer in the legendary Wolf Creek franchise. His performance cemented him as one of the most terrifying villains in Australian cinema history.
Now, John is bringing his decades of experience, hard-earned wisdom, and killer instincts to Lights, Camera, CHAOS!! He’s coming to share the real secrets of not just breaking into the industry, but staying in it, thriving, and turning your passion for acting into a lifelong career.
If you want to learn from one of the best, this is your chance. Buckle up—it’s going to be one hell of a ride!
John will be talking everything acting and what you need to do to have a career as an actor.