Ida Lupino was an English-American actress, director, and screenwriter who worked in the film industry from the 1930s to the 1970s. She is best known for her roles in films such as High Sierra (1941) and The Hard Way (1943). Lupino was also one of the first female directors in Hollywood, directing films such as Not Wanted (1949) and The Hitch-Hiker (1953). She was a pioneer in the industry, paving the way for other female filmmakers.