Jean-Marc Vallée
Film director of 'Dallas Buyers Club'
Born
Died
2021
5 years ago — 58 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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A Canadian director and screenwriter, Vallée gained recognition for directing feature films and television series. Achievements included accolades for the film 'Dallas Buyers Club', which explored the life of Ron Woodroof, and 'Wild', based on the memoir by Cheryl Strayed. Vallée directed the critically acclaimed HBO miniseries 'Big Little Lies', which garnered praise for its storytelling and performances.
Directed 'Dallas Buyers Club', winning Academy Awards
Directed 'Wild', earning multiple nominations
Created and directed 'Big Little Lies', won Emmy Awards
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