Kimberly Amato was named ScreamQueen.com’s Scream Queen of the Month (March 2009) while Cinemafantiastique.net, a French Site, named her Scream Queen of the Week on March 22nd, adding to the critical acclaim she has received for her work in Under The Raven’s Wing. Amato’s portrayal of the lead character Raven is,“quite chilling, but you still want to like this weird, misfit chick with the tough past,” says Pretty/Scary’s Jane Rose. Theron Neel of Scream TV commented, “As Raven, Kimberly Amato gives an incredibly nuanced performance. At times seductive, stupid, and sadistic, Amato is a lot of fun to watch as she blusters her way through what is basically a psychological study in group dynamics.”
Not one to be limited to a specific genre, Amato also worked on a comedy television pilot entitled “Party Girl.” The original teleplay, written by Kimberly Amato and Amanda Ramirez, was a semi-finalist in the Page International Screenwriting Awards of 2008. In the 14-minute pilot, Amato, who portrayed the ditzy character “Jenna Bradley,” also wore multiple hats during the production, specifically writer, producer, editor, and director. Its completion has lead to two awards: The Aloha Accolade for Excellence in Filmmaking from the Honolulu International Film Festival, and The Golden Ace Award from the Las Vegas International Film Festival.
As if her all of her success in front and behind the camera wasn't enough, Kimberly has been in People Magazine in a group photo about Lucy Lawless and her Xena: Warrior Princess followers. Dressing up as Gabrielle, Kimberly is fondly remembered by the Xena fan base who continue to contact her to this day years after she retired her costume, to follow her career.
Amato’s approach to her career is simple – work hard at everything you do. Her ability to create a character of such depth like “Raven” or a comedic character like “Jenna” is testament to her range and talent. Her ability to transition behind the camera showcases her initiative to move projects forward. In the end, her success on both sides of the lens will only enhance Amato’s appeal and ability to become a known filmmaker. |
Trivia:
- After Kimberly graduated from John Jay College of Criminal Justice, she interviewed for a job at NY's infamous Riker's Island. Even though she was offered the job she turned it down to pursue her career in entertainment.
- Listed in C. Elizabeth Lalla's "Who's Who of Stage and Screen," Volume 1, on page 398.
- Was in February 1999 People Magazine, in a group photo with Lucy Lawless from a Xena convention.
- During a pivotal scene in the film "Under The Raven's Wing", the crew used real whiskey for effect, unbeknownst to the lead actress. Her first swig was promptly spit out, directly onto the supporting actresses head.
- While Raven dances in the woods on what appears to be a pile of dirt, Kimberly Amato is actually sinking into mud. After the scene wrapped, she was stuck and had to be pulled out by still photographer Alisa Lawson while Susan Adriensen recorded the situation with no sound.
- Due to the cold, the blood in a syringe aimed at Kimberly's head missed. The offending stream of blood flew past the camera and hit the sound operator in the chest.
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