Tim Burton
Film director and producer, 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'

Born
August 25th, 1958
66 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An American director, producer, and screenwriter, this individual has made a significant mark in the film industry with a unique visual style and whimsical storytelling. Early works included 'Pee-wee's Big Adventure' and 'Beetlejuice', blending comedy with dark fantasy. A major breakthrough came with 'The Nightmare Before Christmas', a landmark in stop-motion animation. Collaborations with Johnny Depp resulted in multiple successful films including 'Edward Scissorhands', 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', and 'Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street'. The diverse body of work spans genres, often featuring gothic aesthetics and offbeat characters, establishing a distinct cinematic identity.
Directed 'The Nightmare Before Christmas'
Produced 'Batman' and 'Batman Returns'
Directed 'Edward Scissorhands'
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