Chris Columbus
Film director of Harry Potter series
Born
September 10th, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A director, producer, and screenwriter, Columbus achieved prominence in the film industry with significant contributions in the late 1980s and 1990s. Directed the first two films in the Harry Potter series, 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone' and 'Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets', which became cultural phenomena. Also directed 'Home Alone' and 'Mrs. Doubtfire', both of which were commercially successful and well-received by audiences. Columbus co-founded 1492 Pictures, producing various films and expanding his influence in the industry. His work as a director often highlighted family-oriented themes, making a lasting impression on popular cinema.
Directed 'Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone'
Directed 'Home Alone'
Directed 'Mrs. Doubtfire'
Produced several successful films
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