Justine Bateman, born February 19, 1966, in Rye, New York, is an American filmmaker, author, and former actress known for her work in television and film. She gained widespread recognition in the 1980s for her role as Mallory Keaton on the popular sitcom *Family Ties* (1982–1989). Her early acting career also included a lead role in the 1988 film *Satisfaction*, where she portrayed the lead vocalist of an all-girl band and performed on the soundtrack. Bateman's TV credits extend to series such as *Men Behaving Badly*, *The TV Set*, *Desperate Housewives*, and *Californication*. Transitioning from acting, Bateman has built a career as a filmmaker and writer. She made her feature film directorial debut with *Violet* (2021), starring Olivia Munn, Luke Bracey, and Justin Theroux. The film premiered at the South by Southwest (SXSW) Film Festival and also screened at the Toronto Film Festival. Prior to this, she directed acclaimed short films including *Five Minutes* (2017), which was an official selection at the Toronto and Tribeca Film Festivals and won Amazon Prime's Festival Stars competition. In addition to her creative work, Bateman holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science and Digital Media Management from UCLA, completed in 2016, reflecting her interest in technology and digital media. She has received a Golden Globe nomination and two Emmy nominations for her acting. Bateman is also noted for her advocacy on issues such as net neutrality. Her recent film projects include *LOOK and FEEL*, which premiered at the CREDO23 Film Festival in March 2025, underscoring her ongoing involvement in filmmaking and storytelling[1][2][3][4].