Barry Levinson
Film director of Rain Man and Good Morning, Vietnam
Born
April 6th, 1942
83 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An influential figure in American cinema, work includes directing, producing, and screenwriting across several acclaimed films. Notable accomplishments include a successful career in film starting in the 1980s, with significant contributions to both comedies and dramas. Recognized for a unique storytelling style and deep character exploration.
Directed Rain Man, which won four Academy Awards
Directed Good Morning, Vietnam, earning him an Academy Award nomination
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