Shane Atkinson

Shane Atkinson

Director of
LAROY

Shane Atkinson is an American writer and director based in Los Angeles. He received his MFA in screenwriting and directing at Columbia University in New York. His work as a director is described by his mother as “very funny” and “why are there so many dirty words?” Shane has directed many short films, including PENNY DREADFUL (Audience Award in Clermont-Ferrand, Grand Prix SNCF du Polar) or THE AMBASSADOR shot on the French Riviera. He also wrote the screenplay for POMS, starring Diane Keaton, released in May 2019.

Films (selection): LAROY (2023), THE AMBASSADOR (2018), PENNY DREADFUL (2013)