Lisanne Sartor is a renowned writer/director, celebrated for her outstanding work in the film industry. Her short film "Six Letter Word" has gained international recognition, screening at over fifty film festivals worldwide, including the prestigious Telluride Film Festival and the American Pavilion at Cannes. This achievement is a testament to her exceptional storytelling skills and ability to captivate audiences.
Sartor's journey in filmmaking began when she created "Six Letter Word" through the AFI Directing Workshop for Women. Her feature script for the same film made it to the second round of the Sundance Screenwriters lab twice, a remarkable feat that showcases her dedication and perseverance. As a result, she was selected as a finalist in the 2015 Hedgebrook Screenwriting Lab and received a Hedgebrook residency for 2016.
The feature film adaptation of "Six Letter Word" is set to be directed by Sartor in 2017, with Tani Cohen producing. Her latest short film, "Prick," is a testament to her continued creative endeavors, and she will soon be shooting her short "Heimlich," based on the short story by M.C. Moore, in the spring of 2016.
Before embarking on her writing/directing career, Sartor graduated from Yale University and moved to Los Angeles to pursue her passion. However, she was unexpectedly drawn to the world of film production when she was accepted into the DGA Assistant Director Training Program. After seven years of working as an assistant director, she decided to pursue her MFA in Screenwriting from UCLA, where she won numerous awards, including the prestigious Samuel Goldwyn award.
Sartor's original screenplay, "Cleaverville," was produced by Alexander/Enright Productions and aired on Lifetime. She has also written a made-for-television movie for the DeAngelis Group in Italy, had a script optioned by Hearst Entertainment, and developed projects with Roth-Arnold Productions and other companies.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Sartor is a dedicated instructor at UCLA, where she teaches screenwriting. She is also the Board President of the CineStory Foundation, a non-profit organization that aims to nurture new screenwriting talent through writers retreats and fellowships. Her tireless dedication to her craft and her commitment to empowering emerging screenwriters have made her a respected figure in the film industry.
