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Justine Bateman
Writer/Director/Producer
Justine Bateman is a multi-talented entertainment industry professional who currently serves as a Writer, Director, Producer, and Consultant at SECTION 5, a production and consulting company she founded.14 Born on February 19, 1966, in Rye, New York, Bateman has had an impressive career spanning several decades.2
Career Highlights
Acting:: Bateman first gained fame as an actress, most notably for her role as Mallory Keaton on the popular sitcom "Family Ties" (1982-1989).2 Her acting career earned her two Emmy nominations and a Golden Globe nomination.1
Filmmaking:: In recent years, Bateman has transitioned into filmmaking:
- Her directorial feature film debut, "VIOLET" (2021), starred Olivia Munn, Luke Bracey, and Justin Theroux.1
- She has completed an experimental, avant-garde film called "LOOK" for a 2024 release.3
- Another avant-garde film, "FEEL," is currently in production.3
Writing:: Bateman is also an accomplished author:
- Her first book, "FAME," a non-fiction work about the life cycle of fame, was published in 2018.1
- Her second book, "FACE," about women's faces getting older, was released in 2021.1
Recent Achievements
- Named one of "22 Female Filmmakers to Watch" by IndieWire in 2021.1
- Included in InStyle's "Badass 50" and Adweek's "Trailblazers" lists.1
- Won Best Breakthrough Filmmaker at the 2022 Cadet Film Awards for "VIOLET".1
Education and Advocacy
Bateman earned a Computer Science and Digital Media Management degree from UCLA in 2016.1 She is also an advocate for Net Neutrality, having testified before the Senate Commerce Committee on its behalf.1
Current Projects
Bateman is currently working on several projects:
- Casting for her feature film "NEED," set to shoot in 2025.1
- Developing a film adaptation of her book "FACE".1
- Founder of CREDO 23, an organics stamp for non-AI films/series, and the CREDO 23 Film Festival.1
Justine Bateman's diverse skill set and experience in various aspects of the entertainment industry have established her as a respected figure in Hollywood, continuously pushing boundaries in her creative endeavors.
