Phillip Noyce
Film director and producer - 'The Quiet American'
Born
April 29th, 1950
75 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Australia
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An Australian director and producer, recognized for a dynamic body of work in film. Directed 'Dead Calm', a thriller that gained critical acclaim, and 'The Quiet American', based on the novel by Graham Greene, which showcased a nuanced portrayal of complex geopolitical themes in Vietnam. Produced movies across genres and collaborated with various actors, contributing significantly to the Australian film industry and cinema worldwide.
Directed 'The Quiet American'
Directed 'Dead Calm'
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