Chanya Button, a visionary filmmaker, was born in London in 1986, setting the stage for a promising career in the world of cinema. Following her academic pursuits in drama and literature at Oxford University, she honed her skills as an assistant director at some of the most esteemed theaters in London, including the iconic Globe, Bush, and Tricycle.
As she transitioned to the film industry, Button's talent and dedication quickly garnered attention with her initial trio of critically acclaimed shorts: 'Frog/Robot' (2011),'Fire' (2012),and 'Alpha: Omega' (2013). Her feature film debut, 'Burn Burn Burn', released in 2016, showcased her versatility as a director and producer, effortlessly balancing thought-provoking themes with humor.
Button's subsequent feature, 'Vita & Virginia', a biographical drama, offers a poignant portrayal of the intricate relationship between Virginia Woolf and Vita Sackville-West, two remarkable women played with remarkable talent by Elizabeth Debicki and Gemma Arterton.
