Atlanta-native Emma Claire Smith is an up-and-coming Writer Director with a penchant for untold stories, unsung heroes, and unending love. Her maiden short film project, Tender Was the Waltz, sees Smith starting as she means to carry on; with passion, pointedness, and heart. Emma Claire has directed a range of commercial and narrative projects ranging from high-profile businesses to deep, unique, character-driven films. Smith approaches each new story with a fervent dedication to truth and honesty, seeking to bridge the gap that often appears between them.