Darren Aronofsky
Film director of 'Black Swan'
Born
February 12th, 1969
56 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent filmmaker, work includes feature films and documentaries. Gained significant attention with the psychological thriller 'Black Swan', which received five Academy Award nominations. Other notable projects include 'Requiem for a Dream', a harrowing look at addiction, and 'The Wrestler', which explores the life of a fading professional wrestler. 'Mother!' pushed narrative boundaries, drawing mixed reactions for its abstract themes. Emphasizes intense character studies and visual storytelling.
Directed 'Black Swan', winning an Oscar
Directed 'The Wrestler', gaining acclaim
Directed 'Requiem for a Dream', cult status
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