Anna Biller is a multifaceted filmmaker who has garnered international recognition for her distinctive, female-centric, and visually striking cinematic creations.
Born and bred in the cradle of creative excellence, Biller holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) in the realm of art, as well as a Master of Fine Arts degree from the California Institute of the Arts (CalArts) in both art and film.
Her inaugural feature film, Viva, gained a minor cult following after being showcased in film festivals across the globe. However, it was her second feature, The Love Witch, that truly cemented her status as a visionary filmmaker, garnering widespread acclaim for its intricate visual style and feminist themes.
The Love Witch has been screened at numerous film festivals worldwide, with prominent publications such as The New York Times, The New Yorker, Film Comment, and The Austin Chronicle praising its technical mastery, visual splendor, and bold storytelling.
In recognition of her groundbreaking work, Biller was awarded the Trailblazer Award and Best Costume Design at the Chicago Independent Film Critics Circle Awards in 2017 for The Love Witch. Furthermore, she was invited to join the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2019.
Anna Biller's innovative approach to filmmaking has earned her a spot on Rotten Tomatoes' list of "The 21 Masters Of Horror Shaping The Genre Right Now." The Love Witch also made appearances on numerous "best-of-year" lists in 2016 and is currently ranked as the #40 horror film of all time on Rotten Tomatoes.
