Eva Orner, a renowned Australian filmmaker, has established herself as a prominent figure in the industry, with a plethora of accolades to her name. Based in Los Angeles, Orner's impressive credits include directing and producing the thought-provoking documentary, Chasing Asylum, which delves into Australia's treatment of refugees and asylum seekers over the past 15 years, focusing on offshore detention.
Orner's work on Chasing Asylum also extends to the written realm, as she has penned a book about the making of the film, published by Harper Collins. The documentary was shot on location in Australia, Indonesia, Cambodia, Lebanon, Iran, and Afghanistan, providing a comprehensive and intimate look at the complex issue of refugee treatment.
In addition to Chasing Asylum, Orner has also co-directed and produced the documentary, Out Of Iraq, alongside LA-based production company World of Wonder. This poignant film follows a gay Iraqi couple over a decade as they navigate their struggle to stay alive and together, while seeking asylum in the US.
Prior to her work on Chasing Asylum and Out Of Iraq, Orner directed and produced the feature documentary, The Network, which offers a behind-the-scenes look at the largest and most successful television network in one of the most unstable and dangerous places on earth, Afghanistan. Orner's involvement in the project was multifaceted, as she wrote, directed, and produced the documentary.
In the United States, Orner's producing credits include feature documentaries such as Taxi To The Dark Side, Gonzo: The Life And Work Of Dr. Hunter S Thompson, The Human Behavior Experiments, and Herbie Hancock's Possibilities. Her work has been showcased at prestigious film festivals, including Cannes, Sundance, Tribeca, and Sydney, and has been released theatrically and sold to VOD and television platforms globally.
Orner's impressive list of accolades includes an AFI, Logie, and Human Rights Award for her work in Australia, solidifying her position as a respected and accomplished filmmaker.
