Warren Beatty
Film director and producer of 'Bonnie and Clyde'
Born
March 30th, 1937
88 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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An acclaimed American actor, director, producer, and screenwriter, notable for contributions to cinema from the 1960s onward. Directed and starred in the critically acclaimed film 'Bonnie and Clyde', which helped redefine the landscape of American filmmaking. Played significant roles in films such as 'Dick Tracy' and 'Reds', the latter of which earned multiple Academy Awards. Produced and directed various projects that garnered numerous nominations and awards.
Directed 'Bonnie and Clyde'
Starred in 'Reds'
Produced 'Heaven Can Wait'
Won Academy Award for 'Reds'
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