Bruce Beresford - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | August 16, 1940 |
|---|---|
| Age | 85 |
| Birthplace | Paddington, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia |
| Zodiac Sign | Leo - (see also Bruce Beresford's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dragon |
| Generation | Silent Generation |
| Known For | Directing films such as 'Breaker Morant', 'Tender Mercies', and 'Driving Miss Daisy' |
Intro
Bruce Beresford is an acclaimed Australian film director, screenwriter, and producer known for directing a diverse array of films across multiple genres. He gained international recognition for his direction of 'Breaker Morant' (1980) and the Academy Award-winning 'Driving Miss Daisy' (1989). Beresford has established himself as an influential figure in both Australian and international cinema.
Early Life & Background
Bruce Beresford was born in Sydney, Australia. He attended The University of Sydney, where he became involved in student theatre and film. After graduating, he worked for the British Film Institute's production board before returning to Australia to pursue his filmmaking career.
Career Highlights
- Directed the critically acclaimed 'Breaker Morant' (1980), which earned international accolades
- Directed 'Tender Mercies' (1983), which won two Academy Awards
- Directed 'Driving Miss Daisy' (1989), which won the Academy Award for Best Picture
- Also directed other notable works such as 'Puberty Blues', 'Mister Johnson', and 'Double Jeopardy'
Trivia
- Beresford has been nominated for an Academy Award for Best Director for 'Tender Mercies' (1983)
- 'Driving Miss Daisy' (1989) won four Academy Awards, but Beresford was not nominated for Best Director
- He is noted for his contribution to both Australian New Wave cinema and Hollywood films
FAQs
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Bruce Beresford is 85 years old.
Bruce Beresford was born the 16 August 1940.
Paddington, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
On His Birth-Day
About August 16th, 1940, in brief:
- Day of the week: August 16th, 1940 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Leo (in western zodiac), Dragon (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- Popular movie: The Grapes of Wrath directed by John Ford
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