Rodes Phire, a filmmaker and dedicated philanthropist, embodies the essence of storytelling, a legacy spanning three generations. From her early years as a child actor in Los Angeles, gracing screens in classics like ‘The Wonder Years,’ ‘Rags to Riches,’ and an ‘HBO Special,’ her passion for performance and filmmaking ignited. This fervor led her to pursue a Bachelor’s in Theater with a minor in Playwriting at the esteemed Claire Trevor School of Arts, University of Irvine. Merging her urban upbringing in East Los Angeles with experiences from Orange County’s affluent suburbs, Rodes infuses her film projects with an authentic, unfiltered lens. Her artistic journey boasts theatrical training at Steppenwolf West and a Masters in Screenwriting from the prestigious University of Southern California’s School of Cinematic Arts. Beyond her creative pursuits, Rodes is deeply involved in philanthropy, serving on the Board of AlzOut for Alzheimer’s research and mentoring young pregnant teens. An active member of The New Hollywood, Alliance of Women Directors, and Film Fatales, she extends her artistic vision beyond filmmaking, teaching fitness in her community. Her films have graced prestigious festivals like Cleveland, Soho, Austin International, Sundance Co//ab, East Lansing, Louisville, and Dances with Films. In 2020, Rodes produced the gripping thriller ‘Never Forgotten,’ available on AppleTV and Amazon, while her directorial debut, ‘Farewelling,’ is poised for a theatrical release in early 2024.