Elizabeth, a captivating short film, both Produced and Directed by Courtney Chen, emerges victorious by clinching the esteemed Best Action Film award at the renowned Tigertail Film Festival held in Tampa, FL. This remarkable achievement showcases Courtney’s exceptional talent and dedication to filmmaking.
Courtney Chen is a director based in the United States, holding both US & Taiwanese citizenship.
Her film, Elizabeth, won Best Action Film at the prestigious Tigertail Asian Film Festival.
The film’s remarkable achievement at the Tigertail Asian Film Festival serves as a poignant reminder of the significant role of female representation in the film industry. It shines a spotlight on the invaluable and diverse perspectives that women contribute to the rich tapestry of storytelling, enriching the cinematic landscape with their unique voices and narratives.
The recognition received for Best Action Film truly showcases Courtney’s exceptional talent in weaving a narrative that strikes a perfect balance between being profoundly intimate and widely appealing, while also delivering thrilling action sequences that captivate audiences.
As a character-driven Director, Courtney is heavily influenced by her acting background, which shines through in her work. Her impressive credits include a diverse range of popular shows, such as Fallen, under the direction of Matt Hastings, known for his work on Handmaid’s Tale, The Vampire Diaries, and The Originals. Additionally, she has contributed her talent to projects like The Purge, Lovecraft Country, The Detour, and FBI International, produced by the renowned Dick Wolf known for his creations like Law & Order, FBI, and Chicago Fire, among many others.
- A recurring acting role on “Fallen”, an NBC/Peacock TV show based on the young adult romance novels of the same name that was filmed on location in Budapest, Hungary. – Releasing Aug 12th.
- Stunt coordinating “The Air He Breathes” Produced by Tosca Musk and filmed locally in Atlanta, GA. – Releasing Aug 22nd.
- Directing and acting in a short film that received critical acclaim and won Best Action at the Tigertail Asian Film Festival in Tampa, FL. – Releasing July 13th.
She appeared as an actress in the music video Flames by David Guetta ft. Sia and TRNDSTTR by Black Coast.
Her most recent work is on the supernatural series, Fallen premiering on the NBC streaming channel, Peacock, on August 12, 2024.
- Social Media: Courtney has a growing fan base, 5k+ followers on her Instagram @thecourtneychen
- Inspiration: Courtney’s story of determination and success will inspire aspiring actors and creatives among your readership.