Alison Reid's life has been a thrilling adventure, marked by a lifelong pursuit of excitement and a passion for storytelling. At the tender age of seventeen, she landed her first stunt performance on the popular television series The Littlest Hobo, and went on to accumulate an impressive 300+ film and TV stunt credits, solidifying her position as the second female stunt coordinator in North America.
As a stunt coordinator, Alison had the opportunity to collaborate with numerous acclaimed actors, directors, and cinematographers, many of whom played a significant role in her growth as a director. This experience not only honed her skills behind the camera but also instilled in her a deep appreciation for the art of storytelling.
In her twenties, Alison's passion for writing led her to earn her first professional writing credits with two episodes of the CTV television series Katts & Dog (Rin Tin Tin K-9 Cop). This marked the beginning of her journey as a writer and director, and she continued to pursue her creative endeavors with unwavering dedication.
In 2002, Alison founded Free Spirit Films, a production company dedicated to creating films that are diverse in genre but united in their exploration of the human spirit. Under this banner, she produced and directed her award-winning debut feature film, The Baby Formula (E-One, Warner Bros Digital),a LGBTQ2+ comedy that premiered at over 50 film festivals worldwide and was chosen as the opening night or closing night film at several notable festivals, including the Mannheim-Heidelberg International Film Festival.
In addition to her work in episodic television directing, Alison continues to work on her own passion projects. Her most recent endeavor was the feature documentary, The Woman Who Loves Giraffes (Crave, Zeitgeist Films, Kino Lorber),which she wrote, directed, and produced. This film won multiple Best Film and Audience Awards and received a robust theatrical release in the USA and Canada. The positive reviews from esteemed publications such as The New York Times, Washington Post, LA Times, Variety, and The Wrap contributed to its impressive 100% fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
