Andrew Adamson
Film director of 'Shrek' and 'Narnia'
Born
December 1st, 1966
58 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
New Zealand
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This director, producer, and screenwriter from New Zealand is recognized for significant contributions to animated and live-action films. Directed the animated feature 'Shrek', which received critical acclaim and won the first Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. Also directed the film adaptations of 'The Chronicles of Narnia' series, including 'The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe' and 'Prince Caspian', both of which achieved commercial success and popularity.
Directed 'Shrek', winning an Academy Award
Directed 'The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe'
Directed 'The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian'
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