Ann Kaneko is a renowned, Los Angeles-based independent filmmaker who has garnered numerous accolades for her innovative and thought-provoking cinematic endeavors.
Her filmography boasts a diverse range of projects, including the critically acclaimed "A Flicker in Eternity" (2011),"Against the Grain: An Artist's Survival Guide to Peru" (2008),"Overstay" (1998),"100% Human Hair" (2002),and "Action Conversations: Bellows Falls" (2014).
Throughout her career, Kaneko's projects have been generously supported by esteemed organizations, such as the Japan Foundation, Hoso Bunka Foundation, Fulbright Fellowship, and the Center for Cultural Innovation. Additionally, her work has been commissioned by prominent institutions, including the National Endowment for the Arts, the Skirball Cultural Center, Japanese American National Museum, and the Getty Center.
Kaneko has had the privilege of collaborating with renowned choreographers, such as Victoria Marks, Cid Pearlman, and Kristen Smiarowski. Her dedication to her craft has also led her to participate in the prestigious AFI Directing Workshop for Women.
Furthermore, Kaneko holds an MFA in film directing from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA),solidifying her position as a respected and accomplished filmmaker in the industry.
