Roger Donaldson
Australian film director and producer
Born
November 15th, 1945
79 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Australia
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A director, producer, and screenwriter with a career spanning several decades in the film industry. Notable works include directing the films 'The Bank Job', 'Thirteen Days', and 'Dante's Peak'. Contributions have included various genres, with a penchant for thrillers and historical dramas. Also produced and directed television content and had a significant influence on Australian cinema.
Directed 'Dante's Peak'
Directed 'Thirteen Days'
Directed 'The Bank Job'
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