Cecilia Peck, an Emmy-nominated filmmaker, has consistently been drawn to stories of individuals who courageously stand up for their beliefs. As a multi-talented creative, she has taken on various roles, including Showrunner, Director, and Writer, for the 2020 STARZ four-episode documentary series "Seduced: Inside the NXIVM Cult". This series delves into the world of the NXIVM cult, exploring the lives of those who dared to speak out against its harmful practices.
In addition to her work on "Seduced", Peck directed and produced the Netflix Original documentary "Brave Miss World", which tells the powerful story of Linor Abargil, a former Miss World winner who bravely fought for justice and triumphed over the trauma she suffered after being brutally raped. This film is a testament to the human spirit's capacity for resilience and determination.
Peck's impressive filmography also includes "Shut Up & Sing", a documentary that was shortlisted for the 2007 Academy Awards. This film won numerous accolades, including Best Documentary at the Aspen, Sydney, and Woodstock Film Festivals, as well as the Special Jury Prize at the Toronto and Chicago Film Festivals. The film was also named Best Documentary by the Boston and San Diego Film Critics Societies, and won the Courage in Film Award from the Women's Film Critics Circle.
Peck's father, the renowned actor Gregory Peck, was the subject of her documentary "A Conversation with Gregory Peck", which premiered as a Special Selection at the Cannes Film Festival for TCM and American Masters. This intimate portrait offers a unique glimpse into the life and career of a Hollywood legend.
Peck's other notable projects include "Justice For All", a documentary that examines capital punishment through the eyes of one death row prisoner, as well as her work as Producer on the reality mini-series "The Hamptons" for ABC TV and Associate Producer on "Defending Our Daughters" for Lifetime TV.
A graduate of Princeton University, Peck resides in Santa Monica, California, with her husband, writer Daniel Voll, and their two children.
