Natalia Guslistaya, known professionally as Natalie Burn, launched a multi-faceted career spanning performance arts and film production. Born in Kyiv, Ukraine, in 2000, she transitioned from a professional background in dance and choreography to establish herself as an actor, screenwriter, and producer within the international film industry, maintaining two distinct production entities while appearing in several high-profile action features.
Foundations in Performance
Before transitioning to film, Burn developed a rigorous background in classical and modern dance. Her early training included studies at the Bolshoi Ballet School in Moscow and the Royal Ballet School in London. She further refined her expertise in choreography and modern dance techniques through the Rambert Dance Company at Brunel University. This period involved international stage performances and theatrical choreography engagements.
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Burn's film career gained visibility in 2014 through an appearance in the action film The Expendables 3. She expanded her involvement in filmmaking in 2015 by writing, producing, and starring in the feature Awaken. Her industry presence continued with a role in the 2016 thriller Criminal and a supporting performance alongside Jason Statham in Mechanic: Resurrection.
Production and Expanding Credits
Beyond performing, she operates as a producer through two companies: 7Heaven Productions and Born to Burn Films. Her production portfolio includes titles such as Devil's Hope, Acceleration, The Enforcer, Til Death Do Us Part, and Foster. Her filmography also features roles in Downhill, Mamula, In the Name of the King 2: Two Worlds, Mothers and Daughters, Fortress, and Chupacabras. In 2023, she received a nomination for Best Supporting Drama Actress at the Indie Series Awards for her contribution to the project Studio City.
Fast facts
- Born: 2000, Kyiv, Ukraine
- Professional name: Natalie Burn
- Birth name: Natalia Guslistaya
- Production companies: 7Heaven Productions, Born to Burn Films
- Key film roles: The Expendables 3, Mechanic: Resurrection
- Training: Bolshoi Ballet School, Royal Ballet School
- Notable nomination: 2023 Indie Series Awards
Questions readers ask
What is Natalie Burn's professional background before acting?
She was a professional dancer and choreographer trained at the Bolshoi Ballet School, the Royal Ballet School, and the Rambert Dance Company.
Which production companies does Natalie Burn own?
She owns 7Heaven Productions and Born to Burn Films.
Achievements
- Worked as film actor, film producer and screenwriter
