Kimberly
Amato was born on July 3, 1976, in Plainview, NY. Growing up in Hicksville,
she attended a Catholic grammar school and high school. Although Kimberly’s
grades were good, she preferred stage crew and the softball field to her classrooms.
After high school Kimberly attended Hofstra University and obtained her Bachelors
of Arts in the field of Psychology. In 2001, she obtained her masters degree
in Forensic Psychology from John Jay College of Criminal Justice.
During
her years of school Kimberly has always pursued acting and writing. From her
school plays to extra work or being a published poet and editorialist, Kimberly
has never lost sight of her goal: to succeed in the entertainment industry.
Throughout college Kimberly attended “Xena: Warrior Princess” conventions dressed
as “Gabrielle”. Winning countless competitions, Kimberly said the best moment
was meeting Renee’ O’Conner’s mother. The two had idle conversation and Kimberly
was amazed by Mrs. Wilson’s comment about Kimberly’s similar look to her daughter.
“Whether it was a passing comment or the truth, it was nice of her to say.”
Kimberly was even featured with some other look-a-likes in the February 1999
issue of People Magazine.
Solely
focused on her acting, Kimberly found a voice in the short film “Amity” by Tony
Cohen. “Being on that set really opened my eyes. I wanted to do more to help
out the crew, but I was only signed on as an actor.” Kimberly was immediately
drawn to the actions behind the camera as well as her actions in front of it.
Kimberly helped produce a few shorts (un-credited) as well as production assistant
on a few commercials. Her pride and joy is a film she wrote, produced and starred
in.
That experience has led Kimberly to join the team of Lights Point Cinema. Kimberly looks forward to working along side Mike and Matt for features, shorts, commercials and music videos. “There is an energy about this team that I love. No holds barred and no boundaries, it is a great environment to work in. It’s a perfect fit for me.”
To contact Kimberly via E-Mail: kimberlyamato@gmail.com
Filmography:
Film Role Production Company
"Recoil" Natalie (Lead) Four Paws
Up Productions
"Deadly Desires" Samantha Weeks (Lead) Kimberly
Amato
"The Trap" Karen Gaines (Principal) Nor'East Productions
"Bandido" Angelina Sexton Dir. Will Fierce Fonseca
"David's
Apartment" Kira Morris (Lead) Nor'East Productions
** "Billy's
Choice" Rebecca Archer (Lead) Nor'East Productions
** "The Interrogation
of Clark Grant" Amy Richards Nor'East Productions
"The Favorite"
Melissa (Lead) Professional Dreamers & Assoc.
"Amity" Ellie
(Lead) Tony Cohen (dir.)
"Race" Samantha Race Productions
Theater
/ Stage Role Production Company
"No Class" 3 Characters/Ensemble
Jagger Kaye (dir.)
"A Very Jaggered Xmas 2004" Self AYI Productions
"Grease" Chorus Oyster Bay Theater
"The Wiz" Chorus
Oyster Bay Theater
Television
Role Production Company
"Mary & Rhoda" Pedestrian T.V.M.
Production Co.
"Upright Citizens Brigade" Nurse MTV Productions
"The Beat" Mourner Viacom
"Law & Order" Pedestrian
NBC
"Now And Again" Cult Member 5/U Picturemaker Productions
"The
Beat" Gym Member Viacom
Commercials & Print Available Upon Request
TRAINING
Comedic Acting Jagger Kaye Manhattan,
NY
Acting Technique Jagger Kaye Manhattan, NY
Primetime Forum
Scott Powers Studio Manhattan, NY
SPECIAL
SKILLS / HOBBIES
Voice Overs, Published Writer (poetry,screenwriter, short stories, editorials), Sports (rollerblading, softball, ice skating, hockey,mountain biking) NYS Drivers License, Dancing, Singing, Comedy, Improvisational Skills, Weight Training, Sword and Staff Training, Can play handicapped (blind, amputee, etc.) person as well as Autistic, Judo
LANGUAGES / ACCENTS: Brooklyn, Italian, British, Southern Accents
