Emir Kusturica
Serbian filmmaker and director
Born
November 24th, 1954
70 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Serbia
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A prominent filmmaker and director, contributions to cinema include both feature films and documentaries. Gained international acclaim for works such as "When Father Was Away on Business" and "Underground," both of which received prestigious awards at the Cannes Film Festival. In addition to directing, also engaged in acting and music, showing versatility across various forms of artistic expression. Established a film production company and continued to be active in promoting film and cultural heritage.
Won the Palme d'Or at Cannes Film Festival twice
Directed "When Father Was Away on Business"
Directed "Underground" which won awards
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