Mike Leigh

Film director and screenwriter, 'Secrets & Lies'

Mike Leigh - Film director and screenwriter, 'Secrets & Lies'
Born

February 20th, 1943
82 years ago

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United Kingdom

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A prominent English director and screenwriter, significant contributions include a distinctive style focusing on character-driven narratives. Frequently employed improvisation techniques with actors to develop stories. Major works include the films 'Secrets & Lies', 'Vera Drake', and 'Another Year'. Received numerous accolades for work, including multiple BAFTA Awards and an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay.

Directed 'Secrets & Lies', winning the Palme d'Or

Received Academy Award nomination for 'Vera Drake'

Won BAFTA Awards for Best Film and Best Director

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