Miranda July is an American filmmaker, writer, and artist known for her unique storytelling style. She gained recognition for her debut feature film, Me and You and Everyone We Know, which won the Camera d'Or at the 2005 Cannes Film Festival. July's work often explores themes of connection, loneliness, and the complexities of human relationships. In addition to filmmaking, July has published several books, including No One Belongs Here More Than You, a collection of short stories. She is also known for her performance art and multimedia projects, which often invite audience participation and challenge traditional boundaries of art.