Gabriel Lar Thorarinsson is an Icelandic–Norwegian director, screenwriter, and cinematographer based in Oslo, Norway. His work is deeply character-driven, often exploring introspective individuals struggling with love, identity, and their place in the world. He has studied directing and screenwriting in Australia at Bond University and holds a Bachelor in Television and Multimedia Production from the University of Stavanger. He is currently studying for a Bachelor in Directing at the Norwegian Acting Institute (NSKI College). In addition to his studies, he works as a bartender as well as a PA and camera/lighting assistant in the film industry.