Richard Douglas Jensen

Richard Douglas Jensen is an American screenwriter, producer, director, and actor, best known as the creative force behind Poverty Row Pictures, an independent film company committed to bold storytelling and micro-budget innovation. With a deep passion for cinema that challenges conventions and amplifies marginalized voices, Jensen has built a reputation for crafting gritty, entertaining, character-driven narratives that reflect the raw edges of society.

A multi-hyphenate talent, Jensen takes on multiple roles in his productions, writing sharp screenplays, directing with a fiercely independent vision, and stepping in front of the camera to deliver grounded, often emotionally intense performances. His work with Poverty Row Pictures embraces the ethos of classic "Poverty Row" studios-resourceful film-making with a strong focus on story over spectacle-while updating it for modern audiences through themes of social justice, mental health, and American identity.

This dedication has resulted in overwhelming praise for his work. His films have won 11 Best Picture awards, and Jensen has won 12 Best Director awards, 7 Best Screenplay awards, 13 Best Actor awards and 12 Best Supporting Actor awards at independent film festivals worldwide.

With a global distribution deal with ITN Distribution, Jensen's films reach a global audience on a daily basis.