Jim Jarmusch
Film director and screenwriter of 'Ghost Dog'
Born
January 22nd, 1953
72 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An influential director and screenwriter, contributed significantly to independent cinema. Debuted with 'Permanent Vacation' in 1980. Gained recognition for films such as 'Stranger than Paradise', which received the Camera d'Or at Cannes in 1984. Developed a distinctive style combining deadpan humor and non-linear storytelling. Works often explore themes of isolation and existentialism, utilizing minimalist approaches.
Directed 'Stranger than Paradise'
Directed 'Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai'
Directed 'Down by Law'
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