Yelena Popovic is a Serbian-born writer, director, and producer based in Los Angeles, best known for creating the film Man of God (2021), which tells the story of Saint Nectarios of Aegina. A former Hollywood actress, she later shifted her focus to faith-based films, founding Simeon Entertainment and directing Moses the Black (2026).
In terms of her film career, Popovic has distinguished herself as a producer, screenwriter, and director, with notable projects including Man of God and Moses the Black. Born in Serbia, she moved to the United States, where she later experienced a deep spiritual journey that strongly influenced her artistic direction, aiming to create films that convey a message of faith.
Man of God, which portrays the life of Saint Nectarios, achieved significant success in countries such as Greece, Serbia, and Russia, winning audience awards. Her style is characterized by a deeply spiritual approach, distinct from conventional modern Christian productions.
Yelena Popovic trained as an actress at Playhouse West, a well-known acting school.
