Empowering the World's Documentarians

Anna Andersen

(she, her, hers)

Director & Co-Owner of Nina Films, NINA FILMS

New York, New York US

About

Anna Andersen, an award-winning documentary filmmaker and co-founder of NINA FILMS, is focused on the dynamism of the female identity and unexplored worlds. Anna specializes in stories around the "unexpected" which can take form in complex mother/daughter relationships or lesbian separatists communities in the deep south. Anna is dedicated to making the documentary space more accessible and diverse. She is a proud member of the documentary group, Video Consortium, where over the last two years she’s helped establish and grow a global mentorship program sponsored by Sony. She is also a proud member of The Explorers Club. Her directing work has been showcased at prestigious festivals like Tribeca, DOC NYC, New Orleans Film Festival and Florida Film Festival. Her work has gone on to received numerous awards, including Grand Jury and Audience Awards at both the Oscar Qualifying New Orleans FF and the Florida FF. Her work has been commissioned by PBS and featured in Forbes. Anna continues to shape the future of documentary filmmaking with her innovative approach, championing the unexpected.

Featured Work

The Solace of Sisterhood Trailer

THE SOLACE OF SISTERHOOD follows the Caramel Curves, an all-Black female biker crew in New Orleans, as they defy societal norms by embracing their multifaceted identities. This short documentary explores the lives of co-founders Shanika “Tru” Beatty and Nakosha “Coco” Curry, uncovering their authenticity and vulnerability. The Solace of Sisterhood stands as a compelling testament to the pursuit of finding freedom through legacy and the art of riding.

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The Promise of Spring Trailer

Finding a unique artistic identity is paramount for Violet Oliphant-O'Neill. Raised by one of the art world's best-kept secrets and most prolific painters of our time, Sarah Oliphant, and the heralded celebrity photographer, Michael O'Neill, Violet strives to find herself through artistic exploration. Sarah wants nothing more than for her daughter to follow her heart, as long as it leads her to find "her own adventure." Violet must balance the weight of continuing the Oliphant legacy with her burning desire to stay true to herself.

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FUJIFILM X-T50 x Jeffrey Sun/ FUJIFILM

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