George Sluizer
Film director and screenwriter of 'The Vanishing'
Born
June 25th, 1932
93 years ago
Died
September 20th, 2014
11 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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A French-Dutch film director, producer, and screenwriter. Started career in the 1960s and directed several television shows. Gained international recognition with the psychological thriller 'The Vanishing' (original Dutch title: 'Spoorloos') in 1988, which received critical acclaim and won several awards. Directed the American remake of the film in 1993, also titled 'The Vanishing'. Produced and directed other films throughout his career, contributing to both Dutch and French cinema.
Directed 'The Vanishing' (1988)
Directed American remake 'The Vanishing' (1993)
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