Born in Washington D.C., filmmaker Ryan “Lady Redz” Jordan has overcome an upbringing marked by adversity to become a world-traveling, award-winning director and filmmaker. Most recently, her work by fellow DMV-native, comedian, Dave Chappelle won a Grammy for his latest Netflix special, “What’s in a Name”.
She says of the experience, “It was so dope filming for Dave! I shot his stand up performance at Maryland Live Casino, then the next day we followed him to the Duke Ellington school of arts. As a local creative and member of the LGBT community, it was super inspiring to see how he addressed the students concerns about having the auditorium named after him, all while honoring this schools impact on his journey, and respectfully standing his ground on free speech.“
Jordan produced and directed her first feature film, “Bundles“, which garnered national acclaim, winning multiple awards before being picked up by BET. She has a unique approach to producing and directing which began unexpectedly when her talents as a tattoo and airbrush artist caught the eye of a production team in the special FX, makeup, and set design realm, sparking her passion for the art of storytelling through motion pictures.
Since then, Jordan has been sought after for a myriad of projects, including short films, commercials, music videos, episodic content, documentaries, and feature films. In addition to her film work, her talent has been recognized beyond the silver screen. In 2023, she was selected to direct an ad spot for Queen Latifah’s Queen Collection at the BET Awards, a testament to her reputation as a visionary filmmaker.
Jordan and Marissa “Layla Khepri” Arguijo founded Indigo Republic Films, a woman-owned company that brings together a diverse team of Creative Directors, Writers, Visual Artists, Music Composers, and Marketing Professionals. Originally rooted in the music industry, the company has expanded into business, film, and brand development while maintaining a focus on music placement for film and television. Specializing in original productions, music videos, and live streaming and broadcasting, Indigo Republic Films aims to deliver innovative content. Through initiatives like The Indigo Exchange, the company aims to push boundaries and inspire audiences globally.
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Currently, Jordan is in post-production for her second feature film, “Seeds”, a politically charged thriller shot across diverse locations and featuring a multicultural cast. Despite the challenges, including multilingual dialogue, pyrotechnics, and more, her meticulous approach ensures the authenticity and impact of the film.
Beyond her directorial achievements, Ryan remains committed to developing original content and screenplays. Projects such as the sitcom pilot, “Bungie Bounces Back”, and the comedy special series, “Born 2be Canceled”, showcase her ability to push boundaries and entertain audiences with fresh and engaging narratives.
From overcoming early adversities and struggles to achieving success in the film industry and beyond, her story epitomizes resilience, creativity, and unwavering passion.
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