Ida Lupino was an English-American actress, singer, director, and producer who worked in Hollywood during the 1940s and 1950s. She was one of the few female directors in the industry at the time, and she is remembered for her work in films such as High Sierra, The Hitch-Hiker, and Not Wanted. Lupino was also known for her roles in films such as They Drive by Night, The Man I Love, and On Dangerous Ground. She was a pioneer in the industry and paved the way for other female filmmakers.