Olivia Newman is an acclaimed filmmaker, director, and screenwriter known for bringing emotionally powerful and visually captivating stories to the screen. She is the director and co-writer of Remarkably Bright Creatures, the Netflix adaptation of Shelby Van Pelt's beloved bestselling novel, starring Sally Field and Lewis Pullman. Newman previously directed Where the Crawdads Sing, produced by Reese Witherspoon's Hello Sunshine, which became a global box office success and earned praise for its atmospheric storytelling and emotional depth.

Newman began her career directing award-winning short films before moving into feature filmmaking. Her work is celebrated for its strong emotional resonance, compelling female characters, and cinematic beauty. With a passion for adapting meaningful stories that connect deeply with audiences, Olivia continues to establish herself as one of the most exciting voices in contemporary filmmaking.