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Born:
- Birthday: 1986-04-30
- Born Place: London, England, UK
Kharmel Cochrane
Kharmel Cochrane is a highly respected British casting director, known for her work across independent films, major studio projects, television, music videos, and commercials. Born in April 1986, she began her career at the age of 17, initially working as an assistant on films like Prometheus, The Iron Lady, and The King's Speech. She established her own casting company in London in 2011 when she was 25. Cochrane is noted for her ability to discover new talent and for championing diverse casting choices, often working with up-and-coming directors. Her notable feature film credits include all three of Robert Eggers' films: The Witch, The Lighthouse, and The Northman, as well as Saltburn, Rye Lane, John Wick: Chapter 4, A Quiet Place: Day One, Bob Marley: One Love, and Nosferatu. She is a regular collaborator with directors like Robert Eggers, Emerald Fennell, and Alex Garland, for whom she cast Men and Warfare. Her work has earned her industry recognition, including a British Independent Film Award (BIFA) nomination for Best Casting for Rye Lane and an Artios Award nomination from the Casting Society of America for Saltburn. She is represented by a manager and agents.
