Grace Chilton, a remarkably gifted and accomplished actress, embarked on her illustrious career by successfully completing her academic pursuits at the prestigious Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Acting with exceptional distinction. Notably, she also received the Highly Commended Spotlight Prize in the same year, a testament to her outstanding talent and dedication.
Chilton embarked upon her screen career by assuming the lead role of Reg in the critically acclaimed short film "Exchange and Mart", a collaborative effort between Digicult and Hopscotch. She shared the screen with the highly accomplished Ewen Bremner, whose impressive body of work includes numerous notable performances.
The film garnered significant attention, premiering at several esteemed festivals, including the prestigious Sundance and Berlinale film festivals. Its impact was further solidified by a nomination for Best Short at the Scottish BAFTA Awards, a testament to the film's exceptional quality and widespread recognition.
The accomplished actress had the privilege of sharing the screen with the incredibly gifted Susan Lynch in the captivating neo-noir indie feature film "Cold Blow Lane", a production of Swamp Light Productions. This noteworthy film had the distinction of being showcased at the esteemed Working Title Film Festival, which took place within the historic walls of Italy's oldest continuously operating cinema.
Chilton has garnered widespread recognition for her exceptional acting prowess, particularly in the critically acclaimed film "Limbo" directed by Ben Sharrock, which has garnered a total of six BAFTA nominations, including two nods for its outstanding performance. Moreover, "Limbo" has received four prestigious BAFTA Scotland awards, further solidifying its reputation as a standout cinematic achievement.
In addition to her impressive work in film, Chilton has also made significant contributions to television, wrapping up her roles in the six-part thriller "Payback" broadcast on ITV and Britbox, where she shared the screen with accomplished actors Morven Christie and Peter Mullan. Furthermore, Chilton's versatility as an actress has been showcased in the second season of the BBC and Mammoth production "World on Fire", featuring the talented Lesley Manville.
