Catherine Black | |
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Nationality | Canadian-American |
Occupation(s) | Actress, director, artist |
Years active | 1998–present |
Notable work | Odyssey 5, American Psycho, The Donner Party |
Awards | Best Actress (2014 Madrid International Film Festival) fixedddd |
Catherine Black is a Canadian-American actress, director and artist. Black is best known for starring opposite Peter Weller in one episode of the science fiction Showtime series, Odyssey 5, playing Vanden, opposite Christian Bale, in the 2000 cult thriller American Psycho, directed by Mary Harron, and starring with Crispin Glover in the 2009 period drama, The Donner Party.[1] Black won a Best Actress award at the 2014 Madrid International Film Festival for her performance in De Puta Madre A Love Story, a short film that she also wrote and directed.[2] The short film was also nominated for a Best Story and Best Short Film. Black's extensive practice as an actor and artist has rooted her vision in filmmaking. Known for her strong use of color and bold imagery. Catherine is a member of the Alliance of Women Directors.[3]