SKUNK has announced the signing of acclaimed film maker Amanda Blue to its roster for UK and transatlantic representation.

Born and raised in Sydney, Amanda moved to London to complete a Masters’ Degree in Film and began her career working for Oscar nominated feature-film director, Mike Figgis. She honed her craft under his mentorship and went on to produce many of his documentary films.

Amanda is a critically acclaimed documentary filmmaker in her own right and has been writing and directing documentaries and drama for the past 15 years. She turned her hand to commercials in 2013.

She is now known for telling compelling human stories. Whether she is directing actors or real people what chimes in all her work is a feeling of emotional authenticity. She has a fierce sense of justice for, and loyalty to her subjects and a faithfulness to the complexity of the human experience.

She is currently directing a film for the FCA (Financial Conduct Association) at SKUNK London with M&C Saatchi. She is also prepping a documentary-style piece in association with Brothers and Sisters. In the past she has worked with clients including VW, The Co-Op, Haven, Dove, Fairy, Pampers and Persil amongst others.

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