Chris Durrance

Chris Durrance is an award-winning documentary filmmaker and has a diverse filmography that showcases his passion for exploring important social and political topics. Durrance’s career has spanned over several decades, during which he has contributed to more than a dozen films for PBS FRONTLINE.

Throughout his career, Chris Durrance has had the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects that take him all over the world, including Europe, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, and China. His dedication to creating impactful documentaries has earned him prestigious recognition, including a Peabody Award, two Emmys, a duPont-Columbia Silver Baton, and an Overseas Press Club award.

Among his notable works are films such as “College Inc.,” “The Madoff Affair,” and “Return of the Taliban.”

Chris Durrance collaborated with Barak Goodman on “Clinton,” a four-hour presidential biography for PBS American Experience, which aired in February 2012. Additionally, he worked on “The Story of Cancer: The Emperor of all Maladies,” a documentary series focusing on the history and impact of cancer, and directed the third and final episode of the series.

He is also credited with producing a biography of President Gerald R. Ford and directing “The Gene,” a documentary series exploring the significance of genetics in the modern world. “The Gene” was slated for broadcast on PBS in Spring 2020.

Furthermore, Durrance’s work extended beyond FRONTLINE, as he directed a notable film titled “Slay the Dragon,” which premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.

As the founder of Seven One Eight Studios, Chris Durrance continues to be a prominent figure in the documentary filmmaking community, consistently exploring and shedding light on critical social, political, and scientific issues through his captivating storytelling.