William Wayne grew up on a farm in Illinois, where his rural upbringing likely played a significant role in shaping his creative vision. He later pursued his passion for acting at the University of Washington, graduating with a degree in acting.
After completing his studies, William honed his craft by acting with a repertory theater, gaining valuable experience and exposure in the process. He also had the opportunity to appear in several indie feature films, including one that was officially selected for the 2005 Tribeca Film Festival.
In addition to his acting endeavors, William also began to explore his creative side as a director. His first foray into directing was the award-winning documentary short film 'Honor Flight', which showcased his ability to craft compelling narratives and tell powerful stories.
William's directorial feature film debut, 'Lost Angelas', is a psychological thriller that premiered at The Method Fest Film Festival in Beverly Hills in March 2019. The film received widespread critical acclaim and was nominated for the Maverick Film Award.
Following its successful premiere, 'Lost Angelas' opened theatrically in Los Angeles in June 2019, playing for a week at The Laemmle Theater in Pasadena, CA. The film also had a strong showing at the Cinefantasy Film Festival in São Paulo, Brazil, where it was screened from September 3-8, 2019.
In addition to its international premieres, 'Lost Angelas' also had a week-long engagement at The Grand Illusion Cinema in Seattle, Washington, from November 22, 2019.
William's hard work and dedication to his craft were recognized at Film Threat's Award This! 2020 show, where he won both Best Director and Best Indie Film (Made for under 100K) awards.
The film's Amazon Prime Video premiere took place on June 9, 2020, making it accessible to a wider audience.
In addition to his work as a director, William is also a skilled editor, having directed and edited commercials for various advertising campaigns.
William's impressive resume also includes serving as the Festival Director of the Seattle Film Festival in 2022, further solidifying his reputation as a respected figure in the film industry.
