Montreal-born Elza Kephart, a talented filmmaker, earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Film Production and Screenwriting from Emerson College, marking the beginning of her illustrious career. Her impressive debut, Graveyard Alive, a film she wrote and directed, gained widespread recognition by screening in over 20 international film festivals, garnering numerous accolades along the way. The film's exceptional cinematography earned it the prestigious Slamdance Film Festival award for Best Cinematography, a testament to Kephart's exceptional storytelling abilities.
Kephart's second feature, Go in the Wilderness, premiered at the esteemed Festival du Nouveau Cinema, and has since screened at several prominent international film festivals, further solidifying her reputation as a masterful storyteller. Throughout her career, Kephart has had the privilege of attending and participating in various esteemed programs, including the Canadian Film Centre's Director's Lab, the TIFF Talent Lab, and the Berlinale Talent Campus, where she honed her craft and networked with industry professionals.
In addition to her impressive body of work, Kephart has received numerous screenwriting grants from reputable organizations, including the SODEC, Telefilm, and the Quebec Arts Council, a testament to her dedication to her craft and her unwavering commitment to telling compelling stories on the big screen.
