Deb Shoval

Deb Shoval, a visionary of independent cinema, was born in 1978 in Hazleton, Pennsylvania, United States. She has been active as a film director since 2010, primarily focusing on the drama genre, with her most renowned work being the critically acclaimed "AWOL" (2016). Shoval's work, marked by its raw emotion and focus on marginalized communities, has been recognized at major film festivals, including Tribeca and Sundance. From a personal perspective, Deb Shoval stands out as a director who brings an empathetic sensitivity to her storytelling, giving a voice to those often left unheard in mainstream cinema.