Robin Brown is an American film director best known for his work on the 2016 drama film The Trial. He is also known for his work on the 2017 drama film, The Great Divide, and the 2019 crime drama, The Darkest Hour.
Brown was born in Chicago, Illinois in 1975. After graduating from high school, he attended film school at Columbia University. He quickly developed a strong passion for storytelling and began making short films. His first major success was the award-winning short film The Trial, which he wrote and directed in 2012.
The Trial won a number of awards, including Best Short Film at the Cannes Film Festival. This success led to Brown directing his first feature-length film, The Great Divide, in 2017. The film was a critical success, earning him an Independent Spirit Award nomination for Best Director.
Brown then went on to direct The Darkest Hour, a crime drama starring Academy Award winner Viola Davis. The film was released in 2019 and won numerous awards, including Best Feature at the Chicago International Film Festival.
Brown is currently working on his next feature film, which is scheduled to be released in 2021. He is also developing a television series for Netflix and is involved in a number of projects with other directors.
Brown is passionate about telling stories that are relevant and meaningful. His films explore themes of race, class, and gender, and he is dedicated to creating work that is socially conscious. He also values collaboration and working with a talented cast and crew to create the best film possible.
Brown has become one of the most respected directors in the industry. His films have been praised for their strong characters, compelling dialogue, and thought-provoking story lines. His work is a testament to the power of filmmaking and its ability to move and inspire audiences around the world.
