David Fincher

Director of The Social Network

David Fincher - Director of The Social Network
Born

August 28th, 1962
63 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A director and producer, recognized for contributions to film and television. Directorial debut occurred with the film 'Alien 3'. Achieved acclaim with films such as 'Fight Club', 'Se7en', and 'Gone Girl'. Won an Academy Award for Best Director for 'The Social Network'. In television, produced and directed the series 'House of Cards' and 'Mindhunter'.

Directed 'The Social Network', winning Academy Award for Best Director

Directed 'Fight Club', a cult classic

Directed 'Se7en', a critically acclaimed thriller

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