Ally Pankiw is a Canadian filmmaker based in Los Angeles and Toronto. She directed and executive produced Netflix's 'Feel Good' (season one, 100% Rotten Tomatoes), the 'Joan Is Awful' episode of 'Black Mirror' (Netflix's most-streamed episode from season six), and 'Common People' (nominated for two Emmys and a DGA Award). Her television credits include 'The Great,' 'Shrill,' and 'Ponies.' She wrote on CBC's 'Schitt's Creek' for two seasons. Her debut feature 'I Used To Be Funny,' starring Rachel Sennott, premiered at SXSW 2024 and was named a Critics Pick by The New York Times and Globe & Mail before streaming on Netflix. Her documentary 'Lilith Fair: Building A Mystery,' executive produced by Dan Levy, premiered at TIFF 2025 and was released on Hulu and Disney+. In commercials, she has directed campaigns for Amazon, Adidas, Chanel, Pepsi, Loewe, Maltesers, WestJet, DSW, Differin, Arco, and NYLON. Her music video clients include Ariana Grande, Phoebe Bridgers, Sabrina Carpenter, Katy Perry, and Janelle Monae. She is working with Partizan and founded Breadcrumbs, a mentorship program for women and non-binary directors.