Elizabeth Banks

Elizabeth Banks is a multifaceted American actress and filmmaker, born in 1974. Her acting career has been marked by notable roles in prominent film series, including her portrayal of Effie Trinket in The Hunger Games series, which spanned from 2012 to 2015, and her role as an ICCA commentator in the Pitch Perfect series from 2012 to 2017. These performances have contributed to her recognition in the film industry.

In addition to her acting endeavors, Banks has also ventured into directing, making her debut with Pitch Perfect 2 in 2015. This film achieved a significant milestone, setting a record for the highest opening-weekend gross for a first-time director with $69 million. She has since directed other notable films, including the action comedy Charlie's Angels in 2019 and the horror comedy Cocaine Bear in 2023. Banks is also the co-founder of Brownstone Productions, a film and television production company established in 2002 in partnership with her husband, Max Handelman.