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| Born | Queens, New York |
| Education | New York University (NYU) |
| Occupation(s) | Film director, screenwriter, Actor, Producer |
| Years active | 2019–present |
Hamid Antonio Castro is an American filmmaker, actor, and entrepreneur, best known for writing, directing, and starring in the 2025 crime thriller film Lake George.
Born in Queens, New York, to immigrant parents, Castro exhibited entrepreneurial spirit from a young age. At ten, he started a DJ business, performing at local events. His athletic background later helped him build a fitness business catering to elite and celebrity clients.
Career
Despite offers from buyers and streaming platforms, Castro chose to maintain creative control by independently financing the $2 million film. He served as writer, director, producer, and lead actor. The film was completed in December 2023 and is scheduled for theatrical release on January 31, 2025.
| Year | Title | Role |
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| 2025 | Lake George | Director, Screenwriter, Producer, Lead Actor "Psych" |
MMA Background
Castro is a mixed martial artist with a foundation in wrestling and grappling. As a former wrestler for New York University (NYU), Castro competed at the collegiate level. His background in wrestling facilitated his transition into mixed martial arts (MMA).
References
- "Lake George". Plex. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- "Lake George (dir. Castro)". AMC Theatres. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- Friedman, Joseph (2016-04-29). "I Make $600,000 a Year Tormenting Rich People". Thrillist. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- Kaplan, Michael (2016-02-15). "I train fat rich guys and then get them laid". New York Post. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- "#426: Behind 'Lake George' Movie and AMC Theater Release with Hamid Castro". Buzzsprout. 2024-12-31. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- "MMA Fighter Page". Tapology. 2018-02-24. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
- "Hamid Castro". NYU Athletics. 2021-08-13. Retrieved 2025-01-22.
External Links
- Hamid Castro at IMDb
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