Megan Ellison

Film producer and Annapurna Pictures founder

Megan Ellison - Film producer and Annapurna Pictures founder
Born

January 31st, 1986
39 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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Founded Annapurna Pictures, a film production company, in 2011. Produced critically acclaimed films such as 'Zero Dark Thirty', 'Her', and 'American Hustle', which received numerous awards and nominations. The company gained recognition for supporting director-driven projects and fostering unique storytelling in contemporary cinema.

Founded Annapurna Pictures

Produced 'Zero Dark Thirty'

Produced 'Her'

Produced 'American Hustle'

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