Jessica M. Thompson is a renowned Australian-Maltese filmmaker, recognized for her exceptional work in the industry. Her feature writing-directorial debut, "The Light of the Moon", garnered immense acclaim, winning the Audience Award for Best Narrative Film at the prestigious SXSW festival. The film, starring the talented Stephanie Beatriz, received a limited theatrical release, with sold-out screens and an impressive 97% Rotten Tomatoes score. Critics praised the film, describing it as "harrowingly effective" (Variety),"honest and complex" (The Hollywood Reporter),and "revelatory" (Film Inquiry),with the latter stating that it would be an unmitigated triumph for any filmmaker, but particularly remarkable for a first-time filmmaker like Thompson.
Thompson's subsequent projects further solidified her reputation as a talented director. She served as the lead director on the Sky/Showtime limited series, "The End", produced by the acclaimed See-Saw Films, which received 5-star ratings from The Guardian and The Times. Her second directorial feature, "The Invitation", a gothic-thriller produced by Sony Pictures, premiered at the top of the worldwide box office and later debuted on Netflix, where it was streamed over 12 million times in its opening week.
In addition to her filmmaking endeavors, Thompson founded Stedfast Productions in 2010, a testament to her dedication and passion for the craft. Throughout her career, Thompson has consistently demonstrated her versatility and skill as a filmmaker, earning her a reputation as one of the most exciting and promising talents in the industry.
