Patrick Lazzara

Height: 171 cm

Patrick Lazzara is a Los Angeles-based actor, writer and director. Born in Buffalo, New York, Patrick's family relocated during his childhood to Las Vegas, Nevada. The middle of three brothers, Patrick had a very active imagination growing up. He and his brothers often re-enacted films they watched, including their three favorites: Grease, Escape From New York, and Scarface. He loved to play a lot of outdoor sports and watched a vast array of movies. In his middle and high school years, Patrick was unmotivated by academic studies and greatly enjoyed the social aspects of school. He was socially popular, and was often called the "class clown." In high school, Patrick played freshman and varsity baseball and freshman football. He also enjoyed simultaneously taking several theatre arts classes.While studying at the Joseph Bernard Acting Studio, he attended Community College of Southern Nevada and University of Nevada, Las Vegas, with a concentration in film and theater, of which he attributes as his foundation as an actor and filmmaker. It was there that he discovered his innate talent for screenwriting, and in 2002 co-wrote the short, Study Hall, that premiered at the New York Film and Video Festival.In the summer of 2003, Patrick visited Los Angeles to explore the idea of relocating to pursue his acting career. After a two-day stay, he found an apartment, returned to Las Vegas to pack his belongings, and moved to LA. Shortly thereafter, he began studying acting with Joe Salazar, audition technique with Craig Wallace, and improvisation with Second City. After acting in several short films and student projects, Patrick booked his first feature film, The Carbon Copy. In 2009, he wrote and directed the short film, The Astray, which premiered at the Action on Film International Film Festival, where it was awarded with three awards, including "Best Actor" (James Arlen), "Best Villain" (John Fava) and "Best Breakout Female Star" (Michelle Gracie, the film's co-producer.) He has appeared on stage at The Underground Theater in Los Angeles in several plays including Durang, Durang and Friends and Fables. Patrick continues to build his resume in film, television and commercials, as well as writing and producing. Hide

An important lesson I have learned is to try to keep the drama low in real life and drama high in th Show more An important lesson I have learned is to try to keep the drama low in real life and drama high in the creative field. Hide

Everyone in my family works hard, no matter what the job. I can't be lazy. Everyone in my family works hard, no matter what the job. I can't be lazy.

I have a close family that supports each other, all of whom have a strong work ethic. I have a close family that supports each other, all of whom have a strong work ethic.

I consider one of my most proud accomplishments moving to LA to pursue my dream of acting profession Show more I consider one of my most proud accomplishments moving to LA to pursue my dream of acting professionally after years of hesitation. Hide

Directors whose work has influenced me the most are Michael Mann, Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino Show more Directors whose work has influenced me the most are Michael Mann, Martin Scorsese, Quentin Tarantino, Steven Soderbergh and David Fincher. Hide

My dad was the biggest influence in my film career. He bought a VCR when I was a kid and we watched Show more My dad was the biggest influence in my film career. He bought a VCR when I was a kid and we watched thousands of movies together. Hide

My happiest memory is my wedding. My happiest memory is my wedding.

Patrick Lazzara's FILMOGRAPHY

as Actor (4)

Age Of Tomorrow

You Can't Have It

Airplane Vs Volcano

Zombies Vs. Strippers