Martin McDonagh
Playwright and director of 'The Pillowman'
Born
March 26th, 1970
55 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Ireland
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An English-born Irish playwright, screenwriter, and director. Gained prominence in the theater world with the production of 'The Beauty Queen of Leenane' which won multiple awards. Created the acclaimed play 'The Pillowman', which received a Tony Award for Best Play. Extended career into film with directing roles in 'In Bruges' and 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri', both receiving critical acclaim.
Wrote and directed 'The Pillowman'
Directed 'In Bruges'
Directed 'Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri'
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