Mojean Aria | |
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| Born | Sydney, Australia |
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| Years active | 2007–present |
Mojean Aria is an Australian actor known for his work in film and television who gained wider recognition for his role as Gether Bax in the Apple TV+ series See .
Aria was born in Sydney, Australia. He first started taking acting lessons at the age of six.[ citation needed ] He attended the National Institute of Dramatic Art (NIDA) at the age of fourteen in advanced (adult) classes. In 2004 he won a scholarship to The McDonald College High School of Performing Arts. [1] In 2007 he landed a lead role in the feature film Cross Life directed by Claire McCarthy, which premiered at the Sydney Film Festival. He later relocated to Los Angeles. [2]
In 2016, Aria starred as Steve in Call of the Void, a noir-inspired film directed by Dustin Kahia . Aria portrayed a man struggling with emotional turmoil and lost love. His performance was noted for balancing intensity and restraint, effectively conveying the character’s distress. Aria’s portrayal complemented the film’s style, fitting into its introspective atmosphere. [3]
In 2017, Aria won the 9th Annual Heath Ledger Scholarship, an award recognizing emerging Australian actors. In his acceptance speech, he reflected on Heath Ledger’s influence on his career, recalling a childhood encounter with the late actor at a screening in Sydney. Aria credited Ledger’s openness and charisma as inspirations for his artistic journey. He also acknowledged his mother’s sacrifices after immigrating from Iran to build a future for their family in Australia. During the speech, Aria became emotional and was comforted on stage by Heath Ledger’s father, Kim Ledger. [4] [5]
In 2019, Aria starred as Gether Bax in See for Apple TV+. Set in a dystopian future where humanity has lost the ability to see, the show featured Aria as a disloyal member of his village. Aria described the production as one of the most intense experiences of his career, citing its logistical challenges and artistic ambition. He also praised the show's themes of power, vision, and diversity, noting its broader societal reflections. [6]
GQ Magazine reported that Aria developed a professional relationship with Jason Momoa while filming See , which contributed to increased recognition for the young actor. Momoa publicly acknowledged Aria’s performance on social media, drawing attention to his work. During production, Momoa praised Aria’s dedication and performance in an intense scene they rehearsed together. He later expressed interest in working with Aria on future projects, recognizing his versatility as an actor. [7]
That same year, Variety reported that Aria was cast in the independent immigrant drama Thief of Sleep, with filming planned in Scotland. The film, directed by Darwin Serink and co-written with Stuart Thomas, follows a young closeted gay man fleeing persecution in Iran. Producers Chelsea Winstanley and Tommee May expressed support for Aria’s casting, noting its significance in his career. Aria had previously collaborated with Serink on the short film Aban + Khorshid. [8] However, since the initial announcement in 2019, there have been no further updates or confirmation regarding the film's production status.
In 2021, Aria joined the cast of the noir thriller The Enforcer , which began filming in Thessaloniki, Greece. He starred alongside Antonio Banderas, Kate Bosworth, and 2 Chainz. The film, directed by Richard Hughes and written by W. Peter Iliff, follows an enforcer who turns against his own organization to save a young runaway from cyber sex trafficking. Millennium Media introduced The Enforcer at the Cannes Virtual Market in June 2021. [9]
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2007 | Cross Life | Donald | |
| 2009 | Fate Train | Angus | Short film |
| 2010 | Purgatory | John Everton | Short film |
| Surprise! | Ben | Short film | |
| 2011 | The Unforgettable Key | Logan Aria | Short film; writer and producer |
| 2012 | Revolution | Jack | Short film |
| The Sweetest Chord | Jack | Short film | |
| 2013 | Avenge My Eyes | Young Ray Leonard | Short film |
| 2014 | Aban and Khorshid | Aban | Short film |
| 2015 | Hybrids | Blaz | |
| 2016 | Hara Kiri | Beto | Short film |
| The Bronx Bull | Young Jake LaMotta | ||
| Primitive Technology | Keith | Short film | |
| Boys on Film 14: Worlds Collide | Aban | ||
| 2017 | The Suitcase | Joe Franek | |
| Call of the Void | Steve | ||
| 2019 | Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan | Second Lieutenant Gordon Sharp | |
| 2021 | Reminiscence | Sebastian Sylvan | |
| 2022 | The Enforcer | Stray | |
| 2023 | Shayda | Farhad | |
| TBA | This Tempting Madness | Tony |
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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| 2007 | All Saints | Brett Thomas | TV series |
| 2019 | See | Gether Bax | TV series |
| Year | Award | Category | Work | Result |
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| 2017 | Australians In Film | Heath Ledger Scholarship | N/A | Won |