Edward Burns
Actor and director of 'The Brothers McMullen'
Born
January 29th, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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An actor, director, writer, and producer contributed significantly to independent cinema. Emerged in the 1990s with the film 'The Brothers McMullen', which received critical acclaim and won the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival. Also directed and starred in other films such as 'She's the One' and 'The Fitzgerald Family Christmas'. In addition to film, worked in television series, gaining recognition for roles in 'Mob City' and 'Public Morals'. His work often explores themes of family and relationships.
Directed 'The Brothers McMullen'
Wrote and produced 'She's the One'
Acted in 'Mob City'
Acted in 'Public Morals'
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