Tristen Stafford (they/them) is a queer non-binary filmmaker based in Brooklyn, NY, known for their unique and colorful approach to storytelling. Graduating from SUNY Purchase in 2018, Tristen immediately set out to create their debut feature film, "Pretenders." The film was met with critical acclaim, winning Best Feature Comedy at the Cinequest Film Festival in 2021 and securing distribution by Gravitas Ventures, making it available across major streaming platforms. Since, Tristen has led their production team to create content for major brands like Arizona Iced Tea, Marvel, Southwest Airlines, and much more, as well as completing three short films, each one showcasing Tristen’s ability to use heightened realism and vibrant, colorful absurdity to offer unique insights into the world around us.