Donna Foster is an American film director, producer and screenwriter. She is best known for her work on the award-winning feature films "The Miracle Worker," "The Heart of the Game" and "The Secret Life of Bees." She has directed numerous television shows, including "Mystery Woman," "Lincoln Heights" and "The Fosters."
Foster was born in Los Angeles, California and grew up in an artistic family. Her mother was a painter and her father a poet. She attended the University of Southern California and graduated with a degree in Film and Television Production in 1996. After college, Foster worked as a production assistant on several feature films, including "Independence Day" and "The Matrix."
In 2002, Foster directed her first feature film, "The Miracle Worker," which was nominated for several awards, including an Academy Award for Best Actress. The film starred Academy Award-winning actresses Hilary Swank and Anne Bancroft. The film was a critical and box office success, and Foster was praised for her direction.
In 2006, Foster directed the critically acclaimed documentary "The Heart of the Game," which focused on a high school girls' basketball team. The film was an official selection of the Sundance Film Festival and was nominated for a Grand Jury Prize.
Foster has also directed several television shows, including the Lifetime series "Mystery Woman" and ABC Family's "The Fosters." She has also directed a number of television movies, including "The Perfect Teacher" and "The Secret Life of Bees."
Foster has been recognized for her work in the industry, winning awards from the Director's Guild of America, the National Board of Review and the Producers Guild of America. Her work has also been nominated for Emmy Awards and Golden Globe Awards.
Foster continues to direct feature films and television shows. She is currently in production on the feature film "The Little Stranger," starring Domhnall Gleeson and Ruth Wilson. She is also developing a television series based on the novel "The Secret Life of Bees."
Donna Foster is an inspiring and accomplished filmmaker whose work is widely acclaimed. She has proven that she is a master storyteller and has a unique vision that resonates with audiences. Her work has been recognized by critics and audiences alike, and she continues to be an active contributor to the film industry.
