Marleen Gorris
Dutch film director and screenwriter
Born
December 9th, 1948
76 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Netherlands
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A prominent director and screenwriter, this individual gained recognition for work in film with a focus on themes of gender and social issues. The career began in television, but transitioned to feature films, which included both critical acclaim and popular success. Significant works include the Academy Award-winning film, "Antonia's Line," which showcased storytelling centered on strong female characters and community life. This individual has contributed to discussions around women's representation in cinema through both directing and writing.
Directed the film 'Antonia's Line'
Won an Academy Award for Best Foreign Language Film
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