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Julia Davis

Journalist / Film Director / Stunt Performer / Screenwriter / Film Producer | * 05/16/1974 (49) | Kiev (Ukraine)
Julia Davis (born Kyiv, 16 May 1974) is a Ukrainian-born American journalist and media analyst writing for The Daily Beast. She is best known for founding Russian Media Monitor, a project monitoring Russian state television, including its international outlets such as RT (formerly Russia Today). She has been described as the "foremost U.S. expert on Russian government-controlled television and propaganda". She has also been described as a "Russian TV whisperer for American ears". Regarding her founding of the Russian Media Monitor, she has stated that "it felt like a very natural thing that, when the U.S. is under such an attack from that part of the world, that with the unique experiences and skills I have, and the language, that I jump in and try to do something about it." She stated that: Until 2014, my primary focus was on filmmaking, investigative reporting about crimes, government, corruption and civil rights. However, when Putin invaded Ukraine, I was dismayed to discover the lack of reporting on that topic in the U.S., which meant that a lot of news coverage was coming through the Russian English-speaking channel, RT, right here in the United States. RT previously claimed to be an alternative media outlet that reported about fringe politics, global issues and governmen... ()
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Julia Davis is a Ukrainian-born producer, director, screenwriter in the film and television industry. Julia is a featured Russian Expert at the Atlantic Council, Disinformation Portal, a member of the Academy of Arts & Sciences, Screen Actors Guild, Women In Film, listed as one of Top 40 Ukrainian Producers, Directors, Writers, a member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association and other prestigious guilds, unions and organizations. Julia earned a Master's Degree in Aviation and Spacecraft Engineering. She is multilingual and speaks several languages fluently, including English, Spanish, Russian (native speaker) and Ukrainian (native speaker). Julia studied basic Farsi at Cal-State Northridge, CA.Julia Davis became a National Security/Counter-Terrorism/Immigration/Russian Propaganda Expert as a former federal officer, having served with the Department of Homeland Security/ Customs and Border Protection as an Acting Supervisor while being processed for employment as a Special Agent for the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Julia is an internationally-known Russian Media Analyst. She created the website "Russian Media Monitor," which actively debunks propaganda and monitors Russian media. Julia writes as an Investigative Reporter, discussing foreign policy, international and domestic affairs and other issues. Julia's investigative reports and articles have prompted retractions and corrections by RT (formerly Russia Today) and other media outlets, globally showcased. Julia Davis is a former DHS, Customs & Border Protection, Law Enforcement Agent, featured on prime-time news outlets, "The Doctors", "Access Hollywood", "Good Morning America", "Inside Edition", "Entertainment Tonight", "CNN", "HLN", "Nancy Grace" commentator on Fox News - "Fox News - Follow the Money" with Eric Bolling, HLN's "Nancy Grace", with commentary on national security, immigration, corruption, counter-terrorism, human rights, civil rights and due process. Julia works in support of charitable organizations, such as Wounded Warriors Chapter, Therapeutic Living Center for the Blind (sponsored by the Conrad Hilton Foundation), American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and Humane Society. During her career years in the film industry, Julia Davis served as a stunt double to Academy Award winners Angelina Jolie and Helen Hunt, working in the international film franchise, "The Amazing Spider-Man 2" and knows production from all aspects, from concept to delivery. Julia's creative experience is vast, as an accredited producer, director, investigative reporter, award winning screenwriter and published author. Julia produced the first American film score utilizing the talent of the world renowned National Ukrainian Orchestra for Paramount Pictures.Julia's articles have been cited by CNN, The Hill, International Business Times, The Hollywood Reporter, People, Cosmopolitan, Time Magazine, The Wrap, Entertainment Weekly, US Magazine, E!-Online, New York Daily News, Radar Online, Yahoo Movies, Inside Edition, MTV, Huffington Post, Miami Herald, The Guardian, MSN, Mirror, The Inquisitr, The International Business Times, Metro (UK), Wall Street Journal and Dallas News. Julia Davis is the CEO of Fleur De Lis Film Studios for domestic and international productions, sales and distribution for all media markets.

Most frequent genres for this person: Drama | Action | Kids & Family

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Movies with Julia Davis as Actress(8)

as Host / Investigative Reporter2019 LA DA Story
as Host / Investigative Reporter2017 Workers Con
as Self - Host, Investigative Reporter2016 Rogues In Robes
as NYPD Officer (uncredited)2014 The Amazing Spider-Man 2
as Self - Former Customs and Border Protection Officer targeted2012 Top Priority: The Terror Within
as LAPD Officer2002 Power Play
as Nun1998 Armstrong
as Self - Angelina Jolie stunt double1994 Charlie Sheen's Stunts Spectacular

TV Shows/Series with Julia Davis as Actress(1)

as Herself - Host, Investigative Reporter2011 Whistleblowers: The Untold Stories

Movies with Julia Davis as Crew(40)

Directing/Director2023 Not Me, It's A Trap
Production/Producer2023 Not Me, It's A Trap
Production/Executive Producer2023 Not Me, It's A Trap
Writing/Writer2023 Not Me, It's A Trap
Production/Producer2019 LA DA Story
Production/Executive Producer2019 LA DA Story
Writing/Writer2019 LA DA Story
Writing/Story2019 LA DA Story
Directing/Director2017 Workers Con
Production/Producer2017 Workers Con
Writing/Story2017 Workers Con
Writing/Writer2017 Workers Con
Crew/Creator2016 Rogues In Robes
Directing/Director2016 Rogues In Robes
Production/Producer2016 Rogues In Robes
Writing/Writer2016 Rogues In Robes
Crew/Stunts2014 The Amazing Spider-Man 2
Crew/Second Unit Cinematographer2012 Top Priority: The Terror Within
Production/Producer2012 Top Priority: The Terror Within
Writing/Writer2006 Forget About It
Crew/Stunts Coordinator2002 Power Play
Directing/Second Unit Director2002 Power Play
Production/Producer2001 L.A.P.D.: To Protect And To Serve
Directing/Second Unit Director2000 Delta Force One: The Lost Patrol
Directing/Second Assistant Director1998 Gunshy
Crew/Stunts1998 Armstrong
Directing/First Assistant Director1998 Armstrong
Production/Line Producer1998 Armstrong
Crew/Stunt Double1997 As Good as It Gets
Crew/Stunt Coordinator1997 As Good as It Gets
Production/Producer1994 Stickfighter
Writing/Writer1994 Stickfighter
Production/Executive Producer1994 Charlie Sheen's Stunts Spectacular
Production/Producer1994 Charlie Sheen's Stunts Spectacular
Crew/Stunt Coordinator1994 Threesome
Crew/Stunts1994 Threesome

TV Shows/Series with Julia Davis as Crew(13)

Directing/Director2011 Whistleblowers: The Untold Stories
Production/Executive Producer2011 Whistleblowers: The Untold Stories
Production/Producer2011 Whistleblowers: The Untold Stories
Writing/Writer2000 Medal of Honor
Directing/Director2000 Medal of Honor
Crew/Creator2000 Medal of Honor
Production/Executive Producer2000 Medal of Honor
Creator/Creator2000 Medal of Honor
Crew/Stunt Coordinator1991 FBI: The Untold Stories
Directing/Second Unit Director1991 FBI: The Untold Stories
Crew/Stunts1991 FBI: The Untold Stories

Additional Information

Full Name: Julia Davis
Born: Thursday, 05/16 1974 (May) in Kiev (Ukraine) (current age: 49 years + 339 days)
Zodiac sign: Taurus (Chinese zodiac sign: Tiger)
Other names for Julia Davis (nicknames, foreign languages etc.):
"Julia Davis (journalist)"
Julia Davis frequently works together with these people:
BJ Davis (48x, Crew)
Eva Choina (8x, Crew)
Menahem Golan (5x, Crew)
Charles Durning (4x, Actor)
Julie Rice Davis (4x, Crew)
Charles Burton (4x, Crew)
Jeff Celentano (3x, Actor)
Debra Wong-Yang (3x, Actress)
Raquel Diaz (3x, Crew)
Lindsay Hudson (3x, Crew)
Renee O'Connor (2x, Actress)

Other people with this name: Julia Davis (GB)

WatchPlayStream ID: PEOPLE:92159, Added: 05/27/2018, Last updated: 03/23/2024