François Girard
Canadian director of 'The Red Violin'
Born
January 12th, 1963
62 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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A Canadian director and screenwriter, contributed significantly to film and theatre with a unique vision. Directed the acclaimed film 'The Red Violin', which won an Academy Award for Best Original Score. Worked on various productions that highlighted Canadian culture and talent. In theatre, directed operas and stage plays, demonstrating a strong connection between cinema and live performance. Received several awards, showcasing excellence in filmmaking and stage direction.
Directed 'The Red Violin'
Directed stage adaptations of operas
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