Ayanna Berkshire
ActingAbout Ayanna Berkshire
Ayanna Berkshire is an American stage and screen actress, a resident artist of Artists Repertory Theatre (Portland, Oregon) and a 2020 recipient of the TCG and Fox Fellowship Foundation Resident Actor Fellowship, recognized for distinguished achievement. She is best known for her role as Cora in the first of the Twilight Saga films. Originally from a remote island chain in Washington State, Ayanna was just three years old when she began performing for audiences as a young dancer and actress. She had her first agent at 13 years old and has been working professionally since the age of 20. Ayanna splits her time between Portland, Oregon and Los Angeles, California.
Ayanna Berkshire Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Ayanna Berkshire reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 21 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Ayanna Berkshire's work falls within the Drama genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 29% of Ayanna Berkshire's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains The Way We Speak, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Ayanna Berkshire Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Ayanna Berkshire's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Ayanna Berkshire has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Dead Deer High | Rachel | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Way We Speak | Annette Davis | Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | Sometimes I Think About Dying | Emma | Hit | Similar → |
| 2023 | New Life | Molly Presser | Average | Similar → |
| 2023 | Who Are You People | Therapist | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | All Together Now | Officer Garland | Hit | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Dark Divide | Mrs. Gordon | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | Again and Again | Regina | Flop | Similar → |
| 2019 | The Shasta Triangle | Sam | Flop | Similar → |
| 2018 | Leave No Trace | Dr. Berkshire (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 2018 | Lean on Pete | Cop 1 | Hit | Similar → |
| 2014 | The Record Keeper | The Counselor | Flop | Similar → |
| 2014 | Jeremiah's Treasure | Cindy Mathas | Flop | Similar → |
| 2013 | The Skin Horse | Detective Goodman | Flop | Similar → |
| 2010 | Extraordinary Measures | Wendy Temple | Average | Similar → |
| 2008 | Wendy and Lucy | Pound Employee | Hit | Similar → |
| 2008 | Twilight | Cora | Average | Similar → |
| 2006 | Say Uncle | Mother #2 | Flop | Similar → |
| 2006 | Punk Love | Officer Lawson's Girl | Flop | Similar → |
| 2004 | The Dust Factory | Hope | Average | Similar → |
| 2003 | The Hunted | Bus Stop Mom (uncredited) | Average | Similar → |
Ayanna Berkshire - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Ayanna Berkshire?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Ayanna Berkshire is "The Way We Speak" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Ayanna Berkshire acted in?
Ayanna Berkshire has been featured in at least 21 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Ayanna Berkshire?
Other notable films include "Lean on Pete", "Sometimes I Think About Dying", and "Leave No Trace".