Clint Bentley

Biography

Clint Bentley (born 1 January 1985) is an American director and writer. His feature directorial debut was JOCKEY (2021), which he also co-wrote. It premiered In Competition at the Sundance Film Festival where it took home a Special Jury Prize for Best Actor for Clifton Collins Jr. He also directed and co-wrote TRAIN DREAMS (2025), based on the novella of the same name by Denis Johnson. The film was distributed by Netflix and received great reviews, receiving nominations for multiple Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Adapted Screenplay.

Known For

Career Timeline

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  1. 2025
    Train Dreams

    Director • Directing

  2. 2021
    Jockey

    Director • Directing

  3. 2017
    9 Races

    Director • Directing

  4. 2014
    I'll Remember Everything

    Director • Directing

  5. 2008
    Boulders Fall to Each

    Director • Directing

Clint Bentley - Aperture