Parity Pipeline

An honors graduate of Eastern Illinois University, Kimberly D. Conner is a Filmmaker. Kimberly is the first woman to write, produce, and direct four movies in the City of Springfield, placing the capital of Illinois on the map for independent film. Kimberly started off as a camera operator before transitioning to the director's chair. In 2005, Kimberly founded her own film production company, Predestined Arts & Entertainment, focusing on films by women. Her first film, a short titled, "This Life Ain't Pretty", landed on the list of Top 5 Best Short Films of the Year, shining a spotlight on HIV/AIDS in young, black, heterosexual America, based on a true story. Kimberly wrote, produced, and directed her first feature, titled, "Jump In", raising awareness about breast cancer. The award-winning film is available on Prime and Tubi. Kimberly's feature film, Before ' I Do' earned 4 out of 4 stars on Rotten Tomatoes. Film Critics called the film, "a thought-provoking, cinematic treat, designed to simultaneously elevate, enlighten, and entertain." The film is available on Peacock, Prime, and Tubi. Her latest work includes the thriller, "Lipstick". The film placed as a Finalist in six film festivals. The movie won two awards for "Best Feature". Lipstick screened in theaters in major U.S cities including Chicago, Los Angeles, Dallas, and New York. "Lipstick" is available on Prime. Kimberly has two comedies and a fantasy drama in development.