Krista Grotte Saxon – Biography

Krista Grotte Saxon is an award-winning actress, executive producer, and trailblazing force in the independent film world. With over two decades of experience in front of and behind the camera, Krista has carved a fearless path through an industry notorious for gatekeeping—emerging as both a celebrated performer and a battle-tested businesswoman.

Her acting career spans multiple genres, from Horror, to gritty thrillers to bold dramas, with performances that have earned her acclaim and recognition—including the prestigious Crystal Reel Award for Best Actress. Krista has starred alongside some of the biggest names in the business, including horror legend Tony Todd, action icon Bill Goldberg, character actor William Forsythe, cult hero Fred “The Hammer” Williamson, Gil Bellows, Chuck Liddell, and two-time Academy Award nominee Bruce Dern.

As an executive producer, Krista helmed the feature film Nation’s Fire, investing $1.3 million of her own funds and assembling an Academy Award–winning producing team to bring her vision to life. The project became a passion-fueled mission—one that exposed her to the harsh realities of Hollywood’s back-end business practices. That experience would ignite something deeper: a rebellion.

Refusing to be another artist exploited by the system, Krista launched Filmmaker Berserk™, a film business and AI training platform that teaches independent filmmakers how to fund, finish, and fiercely protect their art. With over 30 online courses in development, she’s now leading a new wave of creators ready to bypass the gatekeepers, retain control of their IP, and build profitable careers without compromise.

Outside of entertainment, Krista brings 14 years of aviation software development experience into her filmmaking strategy—blending analytical precision with creative grit. She’s graced magazine covers, built a devoted following on social media, and continues to speak out about the industry's need for transparency and transformation.

Krista Grotte Saxon isn’t just a name on a marquee—she’s a movement. A Queen Berserker. A voice for the voiceless. And a relentless advocate for artists who refuse to bow down.

Krista Grotte Saxon and Gil Bellows (Shawshank Redemption) On the Set of Her Movie Nation's Fire

Gil Bellows is a Canadian actor, writer, and producer best known for his breakout role in The Shawshank Redemption and as Billy Thomas on the hit series Ally McBeal. With a career spanning film, television, and stage, Bellows has worked alongside top talent and earned critical acclaim both in front of and behind the camera. He has also produced award-winning content, including the Emmy-winning Temple Grandin, and continues to contribute to both indie and studio projects with depth and versatility.

UFC Champ Chuck Liddell

Chuck Liddell, nicknamed “The Iceman,” is an iconic American mixed martial artist born on December 17, 1969, in Santa Barbara, California. Rising to fame in the UFC’s light heavyweight division (1998–2010), he became a cult legend thanks to his powerful knockout striking, formidable sprawl‑and‑brawl style, and memorable rivalries with Tito Ortiz and Randy Couture. He captured the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship in 2005, successfully defended it four times, and earned induction into the UFC Hall of Fame in 2009 sportskeeda.com+2en.wikipedia.org+2the-sun.com+2. Known for bringing MMA into mainstream American sports entertainment, Liddell retired in 2010 before making a brief comeback in 2018. Today, he remains a celebrated ambassador for the sport.

Check Point 

Check Point (2017) is an action-thriller set in Port City, North Carolina, where a homeless veteran stumbles upon evidence of a sleeper cell planning an invasion. When Sheriff (William Forsythe) initially dismisses the vagrant's warnings, a series of strange events—including a beheading—forces him to re-examine the threat. The story builds into a tense showdown where five unlikely heroes—including Libby, portrayed by Krista Grotte Saxon, and the Sheriff—unite to confront the insurgents and thwart the attack. The film blends themes of PTSD and domestic terrorism and features a cast of genre favorites like Bill Goldberg, Kenny Johnson, Tyler Mane, Kane Hodder, and Fred Williamson. Written and Directed by Thomas J. Churchill.