Adam Luxton is a documentary filmmaker and editor based in Los Angeles. He has worked in the film industry since 2006, and has an impressive portfolio of films, television shows, and commercial projects.
Luxton was born in Auckland, New Zealand, and grew up in a rural town. He developed an early appreciation for the natural beauty of his homeland, and was inspired to pursue a career in filmmaking. After completing his high school studies, he moved to Los Angeles to attend the University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts.
At USC, Luxton studied film directing and editing, and developed a love for documentary filmmaking. His first feature-length documentary, The Last Resort, won the Grand Jury Prize at the Slamdance Film Festival. The film went on to earn several awards and critical acclaim, and was nominated for five Primetime Emmy Awards.
Since then, Luxton has gone on to make a number of documentaries, including the feature-length films Thirst (2013) and No Fire Zone (2016). He also worked as an editor on the acclaimed television series The Jinx and The Staircase. In 2018, he released his first feature-length documentary, The Right to Love, which focused on the struggles of same-sex couples in the U.S.
Luxton is also an active collaborator on numerous commercial projects. He has collaborated with companies such as HBO, Netflix, Hulu, and ABC to create promotional videos, including content for the Emmy Award-winning series House of Cards.
In addition to his work as a director and editor, Luxton is an active mentor for aspiring filmmakers. He has participated in master classes in the U.S. and abroad, and regularly speaks to students and aspiring filmmakers about his career.
Luxton is committed to creating meaningful and socially relevant stories. He is passionate about his craft, and works tirelessly to bring his vision to life on the screen. His work has earned him numerous awards and accolades, and he is widely recognized as one of the most talented and influential documentary filmmakers of his generation.
