Crystal Moselle is an American filmmaker and director best known for her innovative and highly acclaimed documentary films. She is a graduate of the Savannah College of Art and Design and has been directing documentaries and feature films since 2005.
Moselle first gained attention for her debut feature film The Wolfpack, a documentary about a group of six brothers who were raised in isolation in a Manhattan apartment. This film was a huge success, premiering at the Sundance Film Festival in 2015 and winning the Grand Jury Prize for U.S. Documentary.
Moselle followed up The Wolfpack with Skate Kitchen, a narrative feature film starring real-life skateboarders. Skate Kitchen premiered at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival and was released in theaters in August 2018.
In 2019, Moselle directed and executive produced the HBO series Betty, a spinoff of her film Skate Kitchen. Betty follows the lives of five young women who skateboard around New York City. The series has been praised for its honest depiction of female friendships and the skateboarding culture.
Moselle is currently working on a new film about a family of vloggers called No One Asked for This. She also recently directed an episode of the critically-acclaimed Netflix series, I Am Not Okay With This.
Moselle has earned a great deal of praise for her work, which often focuses on outsiders and underrepresented communities. She has been praised for her ability to capture the spirit, energy, and authenticity of her subjects. Her films often explore themes of identity, acceptance, and empowerment.
Crystal Moselle is an inspiring filmmaker whose work has been celebrated for its unique and insightful approach to storytelling. She is an important voice in the independent film world and her work continues to challenge and inspire.
