Rising Star Rachel Sennott Wins 2023 Stonestreet Studios Granite Award!

Emma Seligman, Rachel Sennott, Alyssa Rallo Bennett

Rachel Sennott

At the Bushwick Film Festival, we're all about celebrating the success of talented filmmakers, and Rachel Sennott is a perfect example of this. Her story is one that many aspiring artists dream of. We first noticed Rachel with her short film "Shiva Baby," which was originally set to be part of our festival in 2021. However, something amazing happened – the film got a deal to be turned into a feature and we were thrilled! This is exactly what we hope for our filmmakers: opportunities that launch their careers to new levels.

Since then, Rachel's journey in the film industry has been nothing short of inspiring. She's gone on to make waves with her roles in movies like "Bottoms," "The Idol," and "Bodies, Bodies, Bodies." Her ability to bring characters to life with both depth and humor is remarkable.

Rachel's talents were recently recognized with the prestigious . Stonestreet Studios, founded by the filmmaking duo of Alyssa Rallo Bennett and Gary O. Bennett, is the exclusive independent film studio partner of the NYU Tisch Drama program. Its Granite Award is bestowed upon actors and multi-hyphenates who have developed meaningful work, reflective of Stonestreet’s socially conscious and diverse films, including Rain Without Thunder, The Pack, ReRUN, and, soon to be released, The Arrival. Winning the Granite Award means Rachel is seen as someone who's making a real impact in the industry. She's now in the company of other incredible actors who have won this award before, like Rachel Brosnahan and Miles Teller.

Rachel's start at Stonestreet Studios, where she took part in the Screen Acting & Production Residency Program, laid the foundation for her success. This experience gave her the tools she needed to grow as an actress and prepare for the amazing opportunities that lay ahead.

Today, Rachel is represented by William Morris Endeavor Entertainment and Odenkirk Provissiero Entertainment. Her performance in "Bottoms," which premiered at SXSW, got a lot of attention and praise. It's clear that Rachel is on an upward path in her career. As we celebrate Rachel's achievements, especially her Granite Award, we're excited to see what she does next. Her dedication to her craft and her ability to connect with audiences are truly special. We're proud to have been able to witness her journey and can't wait to see her continue to shine in the film industry. 

Rachel's story is a great example of what can happen when talent, hard work, and a supportive community come together. She's an inspiration to all the aspiring filmmakers and actors out there, showing that with passion and perseverance, anything is possible in the industry! 

Zac Branciforte, Michael Kirshner, Mike Munari, Monique Ford, Emma Seligman, Rachel Sennott, Alyssa Rallo Bennett, Elizabeth Bunnell, Lauren Montes, Toon de Melker, Clara Spannaus, Brayden Wlech, Luis Amaducci Quero, Amelia Annen, Kirby Ann Seely (Stonestreet staff and faculty)