Juan J. Campanella
Argentinian film director and screenwriter
Born
July 19th, 1959
66 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Argentina
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A prominent figure in the Argentine film industry, focused on directing and screenwriting. Gained international acclaim with the film 'The Secret in Their Eyes', which won the Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film in 2010. Also directed 'El mismo amor, la misma lluvia' and 'The Last Gang'. Worked extensively in television, directing episodes for popular series like 'Vivir a Destiempo' and 'The Dancer and the Lady'. Established a successful career in both film and television across Argentina.
Won Academy Award for 'The Secret in Their Eyes'
Directed 'El mismo amor, la misma lluvia'
Directed episodes of 'Vivir a Destiempo'
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