Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Susan Hanfield has dual citizenship (USA/Canada) and is based in Los Angeles, California. In film, Susan is known for her portrayal of “Magdalene” in the award-winning 1930s period drama Magdalene, as “The Voice” in N.I., and the “Judge” in David Massey’s Island Song, starring Richard Gant. Stage credits include “Electra” in Tony Tanner’s The Aftermath (LA Times Critics Choice), “Cleopatra” in Shakespeare’s Antony and Cleopatra and “Phèdre” in Racine’s Phèdre (UCLA).

Theatrical Reel

Magdalene

In film, Susan Hanfield had the opportunity to play the lead and title character in Magdalene, a period piece set in 1931. Magdalene acquired worldwide distribution with Shorts International while at the Cannes Film Festival and has received numerous awards since its premiere. Take a look at the stunning work of Susan Hanfield in this trailer for Magdalene.