Jess Varley

Jess Varley

35 · Born: Jan 1, 1990

Personal Details

BornJan 1, 1990 New York, New York, USA

Biography

Born and nurtured amidst the dynamic and culturally rich surroundings of Brooklyn, New York, filmmaker Jess Varley has consistently demonstrated a profound and enduring fascination with the art of storytelling and the craft of filmmaking. As a burgeoning talent in the ever-evolving landscape of the film industry, Varley is presently dedicating her energies to the development of her latest creative endeavor, the highly anticipated motion picture, The Astronaut, which boasts an impressive and distinguished cast featuring the esteemed Laurence Fishburne and the accomplished Kate Mara.

Varley's notable contributions to the horror anthology Phobias have been met with widespread critical acclaim, with The New York Times going so far as to highlight her exceptional writing and directing skills as the most striking aspects of her work. In particular, the esteemed publication has praised Varley's remarkable talent for effectively transforming Macy Gray into a thoroughly convincing and chilling horror movie queen, a testament to her impressive versatility and extensive range as a filmmaker.

Jess Varley's remarkable achievements have culminated in a distinguished accolade, as she has been proudly included on Moviefone's esteemed list of the top 20 female genre directors, a testament to her burgeoning impact and esteemed reputation within the cinematic community.

Career

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2024
Night Shift
Night Shift as News Anchor
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2023
The List
The List as Commercial Director
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2022
Offseason
Offseason as Young Woman
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2017
Kat
Kat as Andrea
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2016
Joshy
Joshy as Kylie
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2025
The Astronaut
The Astronaut as Director, Writer
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2021
Phobias
Phobias as Director, Writer