Jane Campion, a New Zealand director, screenwriter, and producer, established herself on the international scene with her debut feature film, *Sweetie* (1989). She achieved widespread acclaim with *The Piano* (1993), which made her the first woman in history to win the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. The film also earned her the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay and her first nomination for Best Director. Her filmography, which explores complex female characters, power dynamics, and the relationship with nature, includes works such as *The Portrait of a Lady* (1996) and *Bright Star* (2009). She received further acclaim for the television series *Top of the Lake*. In 2021, she directed *The Power of the Dog*, a film that earned her the Silver Lion for Best Direction at the Venice Film Festival and her first Oscar for Best Director, making her the first woman to receive two nominations in this prestigious category.