Directors born on July 24

Take a focused look at the directors born on July 24. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1931 Ermanno Olmi

  Ermanno Olmi was an acclaimed Italian film director and screenwriter renowned for his realistic and poetic storytelling, often focusing on the lives of ordinary people and blending fiction with documentary techniques. [bio]

• 1952 Gus Van Sant

  Gus Van Sant is an acclaimed American film director, screenwriter, producer, photographer, and musician, best known for his work exploring marginalized subcultures and his unique, independent filmmaking style. [bio]

• 1965 Doug Liman

  Doug Liman is an American film director and producer known for his work on a number of high-profile films in the action and thriller genres. He is especially recognized for directing 'The Bourne Identity,' 'Mr. & Mrs. Smith,' and 'Edge of Tomorrow.' Liman is also noted for his distinct visual storytelling and for helping to launch successful film franchises. [bio]