An acclaimed American film director and screenwriter, she is renowned for her minimalist and contemplative storytelling style. Often set in the Pacific Northwest, her films explore themes of human connection, isolation, and the American landscape. Debuting with "River of Grass" in 1994, she gained prominence with works like "Wendy and Lucy," "Meek's Cutoff," and "First Cow." Her films are celebrated for their subtlety, emotional depth, and attention to the complexities of everyday life.
FIRST COW
First Cow is a 2019 film directed by Kelly Reichardt. Set in the 1820s Pacific Northwest, it follows the story of a skilled cook named Cookie and a...
OLD JOY
Old Joy follows two old friends as they embark on a camping trip in the Cascade Mountains of Oregon, seeking to reconnect and find solace in nature....
CERTAIN WOMEN
Certain Women is a 2016 drama film that tells the story of three women living in small-town America, each dealing with their own struggles and...
WENDY AND LUCY
Wendy and Lucy is a poignant exploration of economic hardship and companionship, focusing on Wendy, a young woman traveling to Alaska in hopes of a...
MEEK'S CUTOFF
Meek's Cutoff is a minimalist Western that follows a group of settlers traveling through the Oregon desert in 1845. Led by the enigmatic guide Stephen...
NIGHT MOVES
Night Moves is a 2013 thriller film directed by Kelly Reichardt. The film follows three radical environmentalists who come together to execute the...