Brady Corbet
Actor and director of 'Funny Games'
An American actor and director, significant contributions include performances in 'Funny Games' and 'Melancholia'. Transitioning to directing, directed acclaimed films such as 'The Childhood of a Leader' and 'Vox Lux'. Received recognition for creativity in storytelling and unique cinematic style.
Starred in 'Funny Games'
Directed 'The Childhood of a Leader'
Directed 'Vox Lux'
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John Brahm
Film and TV director, worked on 'The Locket'
Born
August 17th, 1893 132 years ago
Died
1982 44 years ago — 89 years old
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August 17th, 1913 112 years ago
Died
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Computer Scientist and Software Engineer
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August 17th, 1936 89 years ago
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Born
August 17th, 1926 99 years ago
Died
November 30th, 2022 3 years ago — 96 years old
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German Princess, mother of Queen Victoria
Born
August 17th, 1786 239 years ago
Died
1861 165 years ago — 75 years old
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Ukrainian footballer and manager
Born
August 17th, 1976 49 years ago
Died
October 6th, 2014 11 years ago — 38 years old
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