Asta Paredes is a celebrated actress and filmmaker renowned for her fearless approach to genre storytelling. Her breakthrough role as the bold and unapologetic 'Chrissy' in Troma Entertainment's cult classic Return to Nuke 'Em High Volume 1 (2013) showcased her presence in subversive cinema, setting the tone for her future work.
Paredes has continued to make a name for herself with her recent performance in Blackout (2023),a visceral entry in Larry Fessenden's 'Monsterverse' from Glass Eye Pix. This role further solidified her reputation for embracing the darker, edgier side of film.
Asta Paredes honed her craft at the University of Minnesota / Guthrie BFA Actor Training Program, refining her skills further at the Globe Theatre, the London International School for Performing Arts, and Upright Citizen Brigade. Her stage credits include the legendary Joan Baez in the folk musical BOB MEETS BOB and the enigmatic Ursa Minor in the dark comedy TINY DISASTERS.
On screen, Paredes has appeared in a range of projects, including Cinema Epoch's indie slasher Sociopathia (2015),Shades of Blue (2016) (NBC),and lead roles in acclaimed shorts The Shadow Scarf (2017),Eros Point (2018),and The Creeper's Curse (2020). She also continues her support of independent cinema as a producer with Abandoned House Productions, and is the creator and host of the podcast series Chatting with Asta (2020).
Moreover, Asta Paredes is a passionate advocate for representation in the entertainment industry. As a key member of LATINAS ACTING UP, a movement co-founded by Diana Maria Riva and Lisa Vidal, she actively champions the amplification of Latina voices in Hollywood, helping to lead the charge for greater inclusivity and authentic storytelling.
Combining her passion for genre films with a deep commitment to advocacy, Asta Paredes is a dynamic and influential force who is constantly working to boost stories that deserve to be told. She splits her time between Los Angeles and New York City with her husband and collaborator Clay von Carlowitz.
