Person Biography:
Noted filmmaker and multi-award winner, Cowan has produced over 20 feature films, with a dozen premiering at major festivals. His productions have garnered widespread acclaim, with "Cheap Thrills" winning the audience award at South By Southwest and "They Call Us Monsters" taking home the 2017 Independent Lens Award. Cowan's films have been praised as "nothing short of iconic" by the Los Angeles Times and "Powerful and Eye Opening" by the Hollywood Reporter.
Throughout his career, Cowan has collaborated with a diverse range of talented actors, including Marisa Tomei, Sam Rockwell, Minnie Driver, Frank Grillo, John Liguizamo, Dane Cook, Courteney Cox, Seann William Scott, and Kate Walsh. His films have been sold to every major distributor, solidifying his position as a respected figure in the industry.
Beyond his work in film, Cowan is dedicated to giving back to his community. As the President of New Artists Alliance, he provides support to first-time filmmakers and champions opportunities for women and minorities. He also serves on the board of InsideOut Writers, which offers counseling and writing classes to children within juvenile hall, and is an advisory board member of Common Sense Media, a organization that advocates for underprivileged children across the United States.
In addition to his accomplishments in film, Cowan is a multi-platinum recording artist who has toured the world, sharing his music with audiences globally.
