Gillian Armstrong

Film director, producer, and screenwriter

Gillian Armstrong - Film director, producer, and screenwriter
Born

December 18th, 1950
74 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Australia

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A director and producer, significant contributions include acclaimed films in both narrative and documentary formats. Early works include 'My Brilliant Career', which received multiple award nominations and is credited for launching a resurgence in Australian cinema. Other notable films include 'Little Women' and 'High Tide', showcasing strong female characters and intricate storytelling.

Directed 'My Brilliant Career'

Directed 'Little Women'

Produced numerous documentaries

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