Jenna Kanell

Description

Jenna Kanell is a passionate and multifaceted artist who stands out for her versatility on screen and her authentic voice off screen. Born in 1991 in Brookline, Massachusetts, she gained recognition mainly for her role as Tara Heyes in the horror film Terrifier (2016), where she demonstrated courage and dedication by performing her own stunts. She has also appeared in productions such as The Bye Bye Man, The Front Runner, Renfield and Bad Boys: Ride or Die. But Jenna goes beyond acting. She is also a director, screenwriter and producer, and created the short film Bumblebees, based on the true story of her disabled brother. The film was shown at dozens of international festivals and opened up debates about inclusion and accessibility, including at institutions such as Harvard Medical School. Off-screen, Jenna is known for her activism: she is a vegan, ecofeminist, and advocate for social justice and neurodiversity. Her communication is marked by empathy, humor, and political awareness, and she often uses her platform to promote equality, compassion, and representation. With charisma, talent and awareness, Jenna Kanell represents a new generation of artists who use art as an instrument of social transformation.