Date of Birth: November 8, 1989
Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
Biography
Nia DaCosta is an acclaimed American director and screenwriter, known for her impactful storytelling and innovative approach to filmmaking. Born and raised in Brooklyn, New York, DaCosta developed an early passion for storytelling, which led her to pursue a degree in film at the prestigious Tisch School of the Arts at New York University. She gained widespread recognition with her debut feature film, “Little Woods” (2018), a critically acclaimed drama that explores the struggles of two sisters in an economically depressed North Dakota town. DaCosta’s career skyrocketed when she was chosen to direct the highly anticipated horror film “Candyman” (2021), a sequel to the 1992 classic. Her work on “Candyman” earned her critical acclaim and solidified her reputation as a rising star in the industry. She made history by becoming the first Black woman to direct a Marvel Cinematic Universe film, “The Marvels,” set to be released in 2023. DaCosta continues to be a trailblazer, inspiring a new generation of filmmakers with her dedication to powerful, character-driven stories.
5 Interesting Facts about Nia DaCosta
1. Nia DaCosta is the first Black woman to direct a film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
2. Her debut film, “Little Woods,” was funded through Kickstarter.
3. DaCosta worked as an assistant to director Steve McQueen on the set of “Shame” (2011).
4. She was inspired to become a filmmaker after watching the 1973 film “The Exorcist.”
5. “Candyman” (2021) was co-written by Jordan Peele, who also served as a producer.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Nia DaCosta
1. “I love stories about women. I love stories about the American working class. I love genre.”
2. “I want to make movies about people you don’t normally see on screen.”
3. “Filmmaking is about collaboration and listening to other people’s voices.”
4. “Horror is a genre that can hold a lot of social commentary.”
5. “Representation matters not just in front of the camera but behind it.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
$5 million
Children
As of now, Nia DaCosta does not have any children.
Relevant Links
1. [Nia DaCosta IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm4845542/
2. [Nia DaCosta on Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nia_DaCosta
5. [Nia DaCosta on Twitter](https://twitter.com/nia_dacosta
