Person Biography:
Emmanuel Itier is a renowned feature film producer with a remarkable career spanning over three decades. Born in France, he relocated to the United States thirty years ago and currently resides in Santa Barbara, California with his wife and three sons.
As a producer, Itier has directed several films, including the thought-provoking documentary "The Invocation" in 2012, narrated by Sharon Stone and featuring prominent figures such as Desmond Tutu, HH The Dalai Lama, and Deepak Chopra. The documentary explores the theme of peace and was well-received by audiences worldwide.
In 2013, Itier executive-produced the drama film "Red Passage," which won numerous awards in the festival circuit. He has also been involved in various projects, including music and film journalism, writing poetry, and working with charities.
Itier has been a member of the board of directors for the Santa Barbara Film Festival for over a decade and has been a buyer for several French and American film distribution companies. He is currently the President of the Rotary E-Club of World Peace and a member of the U.N Association.
In addition to his film work, Itier has been dedicated to promoting peace and social change. He is a board member of the Darfur Women Action Group and has worked tirelessly to bring attention to the crisis in Darfur.
Itier's latest documentary, "FEMME-Women healing the World," was released in 2014 and has received over 20 awards worldwide. His upcoming projects include two documentaries, "The Cure: Healing The Mind, Healing The Body, Healing the Planet" and "We The People: A Re-Evolution of Economics and Politics," which are part of his "The Oneness Collection: Documentaries for a conscious Humanity" series.
Itier is also planning to direct a biopic about the renowned poet Charles Bukowski, a testament to his versatility and dedication to storytelling.