Joey Murcia Jr. (born April 25, 1979), known professionally as Giuseppe Andrews, is a former American actor, filmmaker, and musician. Known for directing and producing multiple avant-garde films, which commonly featured trailer parks and their residents, Andrews gained a cult following for his work before disappearing from the public eye in 2015.

Andrews began his career as a child actor, making his film debut in Getting It Right (1989). He had supporting roles in the films Independence Day (1996), American History X (1998), Pleasantville (1998), and Never Been Kissed (1999) before his breakout with a starring role in the teen comedy film Detroit Rock City (1999). Andrews also had a main role as Miles Novack on season 2 of the WB sitcom Nick Freno: Licensed Teacher (1997–1998). In the 2000s, Andrews had starring roles in the films Cabin Fever (2002), Neo Ned (2005), 2001 Maniacs (2005), Look (2007), and Cabin Fever 2: Spring Fever (2009). In the 2010s, he reprised his Look role in the Showtime television series of the same name.

After making his directorial debut with the independent film Touch Me in the Morning (1999), which he also starred in, Andrews directed over 50 films, many of which were classified as experimental films.

Biography Andrews was born Joey Murcia Jr. in Key Largo, Florida. His cinéma vérité-meets-exploitation filmmaking style has been compared to that of John Waters and Harmony Korine. He grew up in trailer parks, which feature prominently, along with their inhabitants, in many of his films. He also spent time living in a van with his father before they were both cast in an infomercial, which led to more acting jobs for Giuseppe.

Director Adam Rifkin has said of Andrews "Giuseppe Andrews is the most ferociously original filmmaker working in cinema today. No matter what new things he tries, everything is always signature Giuseppe Andrews. He is a true auteur." Rifkin also directed a documentary about Andrews, titled Giuseppe Makes a Movie.

Andrews reprised his role as a sheriff's deputy in the Cabin Fever sequel Cabin Fever 2: Spring Fever (2009).

He also appeared in the ninth season of CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, in the episode titled "Let It Bleed".

Andrews disappeared from the public eye in 2015.

Filmography

Film

As actor YearTitleRoleNotes1989Getting It RightLukeFilm debut; credited as Joey Andrews199312:01KyleTelevision film; credited as Joey Andrews1994Prehysteria! 2Roughneck LeaderCredited as Joey Andrews1995SleepstalkerYoung SandmanCredited as Joey AndrewsWhite DwarfNever the Shifter / DougTelevision film; credited as Joey AndrewsUnstrung HeroesAshCredited as Joey Andrews1996Invisible MomJohnny ThomasCredited as Joey AndrewsIndependence DayTroy1998American History XJasonPleasantvilleHowardDavid and LisaJoeyTelevision film1999The Other SisterTough Guy TrevorNever Been KissedDenominatorDetroit Rock CityLexStudent AffairsDaveTelevision filmTouch Me in the MorningConey Island2002Local BoysWillyCabin FeverDeputy Winston2005Neo NedJoshTweek CityBill Jensen2001 ManiacsHarper Alexander2007Homo ErectusZigLookWillieCarelessYoung Male Addict2009Cabin Fever 2: Spring FeverDeputy Winston2011From the HeadRamone

As director

Touch Me in the Morning (1999) In Our Garden (2002) Trailer Town (2003) Dad's Chicken (2003) Air Conditioning (2003) Wiggly Harris (2003) After School Specials (2003) Monkey (2004) Actor (2004) Babysitter (2004) The Date Movie (2004) Who Flung Poo? (2004) Dribble (2004) Tater Tots (2004) Period Piece (2004) 5th Wheel (2005) Gwank (2005) Grandpa (2005) Jacuzzi Rooms (2006) Ants (2006) Doily's Summer of Freak Occurrences (2006) Long Row to Hoe (2006) Cross Breeze (2006) Okie Dokie (2007) Garbanzo Gas (2007) Cat Piss (2007) Golden Embers (2007) Holiday Weekend (2007) Everlasting Pine (2007) Orzo (2008) It's All Not So Tragic (2008) Schoof (2008) Airplane Pillows (2008) The Check Out (2009) Esoterica (2009) Zoo Dung Zero (2009) The Fast (2010) Diary (2011) Love-Seat: A Portrait of Self (2011) Only the Music Tells Me Where to Go (2012) Pure Artisti Dal (2013) Sex Acid (2013) The Fire Dancers (2013) Closet Africa (2013) Birth of the Pool (2013) Tugboat (2013) Doll Bottle (2014) Homo Robot Paradise Slob (2014) Pregnant with a Swastika (2014) Japanese Confusion (2014) Coffee Cake (2014) Vagrant Womb (2014) Ninos (2014) Give Me Cinema or Give Me Death (2014)

Television YearTitleRoleNotes1994Beverly Hills, 90210CowboyEpisode: "Things That Go Bang in the Night"; credited as Joey Andrews1997–1998Nick Freno: Licensed TeacherMiles NovackMain role (season 2); 21 episodes1999–2001Two Guys, a Girl and a Pizza PlaceGermRecurring role (seasons 3–4); 13 episodes2002Boston PublicBobby MendozaEpisode: "Chapter Thirty-Nine"2006The Minor Accomplishments of Jackie WoodmanMike Ackerman3 episodes2008CSI: Crime Scene InvestigationJoeEpisode: "Let It Bleed"2010LookWillieMain role; 3 episodes

Discography Giants – self-released Night Owl Vol. 2 – self-released Night Owl Vol. 1 – self-released Race Cars – self-released Hobo Jungle – self-released Chow Mein Noodle CD (2003) – self-released Night Owl (2005) – self-released Me for All You (2006) – self-released Laroo (2006) – self-released Waiting Room (2007) – self-released Open Mic (2008) – self-released Reason (2009) – self-released Umami (2010) – self-released Stranger Than a Dream Vol 1 (2010) – self-released Stranger Than a Dream Vol 2 (2010) – self-released Sumami e.p. (2010) – self-released

Dates of some releases are unknown, albums are available to buy on his website and iTunes.

References

External links

Giuseppe Andrews at MySpace An Interview with Giuseppe Andrews 2007 Q&A w/PollyStaffle.com