Keith Black(I)

Keith Black's work has captivated audiences, earned nominations at prestigious festivals, aired on television, and even entertained travelers at 30,000 feet. Sharing the screen with Oscar winners and iconic performers, he has garnered high-profile coverage, with the New York Times describing him as a "spotlight-ready character." Hailed by The Hollywood Reporter as embodying the neurotic brilliance of Woody Allen's iconic characters, Black's work has earned widespread critical acclaim. The Boston Globe went further, remarking that he was "following in Woody Allen's footsteps," while the SF Chronicle praised Black for matching Allen's signature neuroses beat for beat.

Legendary actor Mickey Rooney once said, "I found Black to be a tremendous actor"-a casting both the New York Post and the New York Daily News hailed as a coup, highlighting their unique collaboration.

Black's short films have opened for first-run studio features starring Hollywood icons like Tom Cruise and Matt Damon, underscoring his ability to create compelling work showcased alongside industry giants. One of his films secured an Oscar-qualifying run after winning a prestigious award, with screenings at the renowned Laemmle Theater in Los Angeles, positioning him among serious contenders for the Academy's short film category.

Current spotlight:

With his latest 2025 festival entry, Ghosted, Black continues to gain critical attention. Kaplan vs. Kaplan gave the film a 5-star rating, calling Black "naturally hilarious," while HollywoodChicago praised his performance as a "comic tour de farce," highlighting his ability to deliver "spot-on cringe and hilarity."

And here's the kicker: he's done all this while shaping young minds as a public school teacher.