Kirsty Hamilton
Biography
Kirsty Hamilton is a prominent New Zealand actress, writer, director and acting coach. She is widely recognized for her dramatic range in New Zealand film, television, and theatre. In addition to acting, Hamilton works as a writer, producer, and director. She studied screenwriting in Paris under Paul Thompson (NYU Tisch) and participated in a residency with the London Actors Centre. She operates as a filmmaker and acting tutor through representation with agencies like The Human Agency. Her directorial projects, such as the short film Cold, frequently focus on themes of women's experiences, resilience, and systemic adversity.
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Movie - 2022, 2h 15m • as Sarah
Stranded at a rest stop in the mountains during a blizzard, a recovering addict discovers a kidnapped child hidden in a car belonging to one of the people inside the building which sets her on a terrifying struggle to identify who among them is the kidnapper.
Movie - 2024, 2h 15m • as Caitlyn
When the starstruck Marama uncovers corruption at a powerful music empire, she unwittingly inspires others, including the disillusioned teen pop-star Willow, to to embrace their authentic selves
Movie - 2001, 2h 15m • as Catherine (segment 'Eau de la vie')
Witness a dinner party with a diabolical main course - obsession is put to the limit when a scorned and demonic woman traps the man of her dreams, submission has never been so terrifying!!! - a grizzly murderer is forced to cover his trail without losing his mind. These eerie tales from the grave will leave you at the edge of your seat, screaming for more. Things are often not what they seem.
Movie - 1998, 2h 15m • as Grace Kelly Cuthbertson
Grace is a homeless teenager. She befriends an unemployed carpenter and he invites her to share his flat. She moves in and to her surprise a delicate relationship develops. He helps her repair her shattered self-esteem and she begins to feel loved and secure. But then she discovers his secret - he tells her he is Jesus Christ.
Movie - 2004, 2h 15m • as Sonja
Over Christmas lunch an estranged daughter struggles with her Dad’s Alzhiemer’s and the reaction her return creates in the family.