Rough Diamond Productions

Rough Diamond Productions is a West Hollywood-based independent film production company founded by British producer, director, and writer Julia Verdin in 1993. The company distinguishes itself by crafting social-message narratives at all budget levels, with a focus on issues such as child trafficking, domestic abuse, homelessness, and addiction. With over 42 critically acclaimed feature films produced to date, Rough Diamond's work has screened at major festivals including Sundance, Toronto, Venice, and AFI, with releases through distributors such as Sony Pictures Classics and Lionsgate. The company also operates as a production services company and offers consultation services including script coverage and talent packaging.