Animator, Director, Scriptwriter & CEO

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Anita studied illustration and graphic design at the Norwegian National College of Art & Design from 1988 to 1990, followed by studies in animation and documentary filmmaking at Volda University College. In 1996, Anita graduated from Oslo National Academy of the Arts with the equivalent of a master's degree, majoring in animation (multiplane technique). In 1995, Anita moved to her uncle's farm and established her own animation studio, Trollfilm, in Dovre, Norway, which she continues to run.

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Anita is known for directing and writing several award-winning short films, including The Hedge of Thorns (2001) and Angry Man (2009), which was the most awarded film in the world in 2010. She completed her new short film Mother Didn't Know in May 2020.

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In 2020, Anita became a member of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. Anita dares to bring difficult topics to young audiences on screen and has made films exploring themes such as children in war, depression, and domestic violence, to mention a few. She wants to inspire and move her audience with her animations.

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Anita is an idealistic filmmaker who has written, directed, animated, and produced her own films through her company Trollfilm. After undergoing chemotherapy for cancer, she is now focusing more on writing and directing for the future.

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"I see that film can be more than entertainment, and I think it is exciting to aim for greater depth in projects so we all can learn something new. It is comforting to be able to combine artistic film with important issues. The issues shouldn't just be sad or heavy, but if the audience is moved, it can open up opportunities for good conversation or the feeling of having learned or experienced something important," says Anita Killi.

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She is excited about epic and lyrical films that sometimes move slowly but are simultaneously beautiful and give space for the audience to think for themselves. Anita has primarily worked with films for children that also inspire adults. Children are vulnerable and easily affected, which is why filmmakers should have great responsibility as conveyors, messengers, and educators. Quality films for children are sadly often given lesser priority than artistic films for adults, which are abundant.

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She is now working with her partner Claus Gladyszak to finance a state-of-the-art multiplane stand, which will become the heart of their new studio space. This will support production of her upcoming animated feature Christmas Survivors.

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