Anne Richardson is a multifaceted artist, thriving in the New York City entertainment scene as an actor, screenwriter, and filmmaker.
As a writer and director, Anne's work has garnered significant recognition, including the accolades for her award-winning short film I'll Hide, You Seek, which boasts an impressive pedigree, having been executive produced by Michael Hausman, the creative producer behind Academy Award-winning Amadeus, for over thirty years.
In addition to her work in film, Anne has also made a name for herself as a screenwriter, with a penchant for crafting thrilling narratives. Her impressive portfolio includes three thrillers for Lifetime, including Baby Obsession, Murder in the Vineyard, and Friends in Deadly Places, with more projects in development. Her talent has been acknowledged by the Sundance Episodic Writer's Lab, where she was a semi-finalist.
As a member of the esteemed Drama Desk and Obie award-winning theatre company, The Barrow Group, Anne has had the opportunity to hone her craft and collaborate with fellow artists. Her impressive résumé includes a Helen Hayes Award nomination for her work in The Cradle Will Rock and a Best Actress nomination for her role in Blindness, which premiered at the Tenerife FF.
Anne's academic background is equally impressive, with a Phi Beta Kappa graduate degree from Baylor University, where she studied Theater and History.
Growing up in the 1980s, Anne's love affair with cinema began with the Muppet Movie, followed by ET, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and A Room with a View. As she entered her teenage years, she became enamored with films like Star Wars, When Harry Met Sally, and every John Hughes film ever made, which inspired her passion for stories that captivate audiences and explore complex human characters.
Today, Anne is committed to creating inclusive stories that delve deep into the human experience and address pressing social justice issues. She believes in the transformative power of cinema, recognizing its ability to change the world and leave a lasting impact on its audience.
