Forget the old Hollywood script. Myia Elliott is rewriting the rules with a bold mix of Irish charm and no-nonsense Irish F-ing Attitude®. In a space where “diversity and inclusivity” often feels like a hollow promise, Elliott stands as a living testament to what real inclusivity and innovation look like.
An accomplished producer and creative artist, Elliott’s journey didn’t begin in executive boardrooms or behind the camera; it began on the stage. Elliott has a rich educational background from the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in New York. More impressively, she honed her craft on film alongside celebrated actors Jonathan Rhys Meyers and Henry Cavill. But her ambitions stretched beyond the spotlight.
Transitioning from acting to production, Elliott cultivated a unique niche in filmmaking. Her work isn’t confined to a single aspect of production; it spans the entire gamut. “I’ve worked through the entire film pipeline,” Elliott says, “from the initial concept to final mastering.” And she’s not just talking the talk; her skills in Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos mastering are breaking gender stereotypes in the industry.
This New Hollywood era could use a Renaissance Woman who just happens to be Irish, and her approach to filmmaking is refreshing. “It’s about telling stories that matter,” Elliott asserts. Whether it’s the technical marvels of a groundbreaking diverse engineering team or the heart-wrenching tale of “The Wren,” her projects are more than entertainment; they mirror our world, history, struggles, and triumphs.
Elliott’s knack for storytelling is evident in her project selections and collaborations. Take the upcoming “The Lens Between Us,” for instance. It’s a project that reads like a Spielberg-Tarantino crossover and is as ambitious as it sounds. “I wanted to know how far I could push my boundaries,” she discloses. “We’re delving deep into virtual production and harnessing AI and new tech.”
But what sets Elliott apart is her commitment to authentic representation. She champions diversity in its truest form, with power firmly in the hands of the creatives. As she puts it, true diversity enriches the film space with untold stories and unseen angles.
“There is a lot of tokenism that goes on in Hollywood, and it is not something that sits well with me,” Elliott explains. “I don’t think you should cast someone just because of the color of their skin when you can work with a diverse group of filmmakers and screenwriters to bring unique voices and stories and experiences to the forefront. We need more diversity in front of AND behind the camera. We need more diverse stories and new points of view from all types of filmmakers and backgrounds.”
Beyond her own projects, Elliott is heavily involved with other creatives in the film world. She’s supportive of emerging filmmakers on projects like “A Studio Night” with James Ken Blackmon, starring Ruby Modine “Shameless” and Maestro Harrell “The Wire and Euphoria”. Elliott has admired trailblazers like producer Edwina Forkin and her project “Sanctuary.” “I really admire people who are brave enough to take those risks, with new stories and ideas, original voices, there’s a lot of courage involved,” she shares.
In a Hollywood that often feels out of touch, Myia Elliott’s Irish F-ing Attitude® is more than a trademark. It’s a call to action for a new kind of Hollywood, California—one that’s diverse, daring, and unapologetically authentic. Elliott isn’t just a cog in a broken industry; she’s a force reshaping it.
Published by: Nelly Chavez
