Andrew Adamson

Film director of 'Shrek' and 'Narnia'

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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