Directors born on June 22

Take a focused look at the directors born on June 22. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1906 Billy Wilder

  Billy Wilder was an Austrian-American film director, screenwriter, and producer. He is regarded as one of the most brilliant and versatile filmmakers of classic Hollywood cinema, known for his sharp wit, inventive storytelling, and mastery of both drama and comedy. [bio]

• 1940 Abbas Kiarostami

  Abbas Kiarostami was an acclaimed Iranian film director, screenwriter, and photographer, recognized internationally for his influential work in world cinema. Renowned for a poetic and minimalist style, he was celebrated for films that explored the human experience and everyday life in Iran. [bio]