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Catherine Hardwicke - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 21, 1955 |
|---|---|
| Age | 70 |
| Birthplace | McAllen, Texas, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Libra - (see also Catherine Hardwicke's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Goat |
| Generation | Baby Boomer Generation |
| Known For | Directing the films 'Thirteen' (2003), 'Lords of Dogtown' (2005), and 'Twilight' (2008) |
Intro
Catherine Hardwicke is an American film director, production designer, and screenwriter best known for directing films such as 'Thirteen', 'Lords of Dogtown', and the first installment of the 'Twilight' saga.
Early Life & Background
Catherine Hardwicke was born and raised in McAllen, Texas. She later attended the University of Texas at Austin, where she studied architecture before transitioning to a career in film production design and direction.
Career Highlights
- Directed the critically acclaimed film 'Thirteen' (2003), which garnered multiple award nominations.
- Directed 'Lords of Dogtown' (2005), chronicling the origins of modern skate culture.
- Directed 'Twilight' (2008), the first film in the popular Twilight Saga, which became a major box office success.
- Worked as a production designer before moving into directing, contributing to films like 'Tombstone' (1993) and 'Three Kings' (1999).
Trivia
- She was the first female director to helm a film in the Twilight Saga franchise.
- 'Twilight' (2008) earned over $393 million worldwide, making it the most commercially successful film directed by a woman at that time.
- Hardwicke's background in architecture influences her visual storytelling and design approach.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Catherine Hardwicke?
Catherine Hardwicke is 70 years old.
When was Catherine Hardwicke born?
Catherine Hardwicke was born the 21 October 1955.
Where is Catherine Hardwicke from?
McAllen, Texas, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About October 21st, 1955, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 21st, 1955 was a Friday
- Zodiac Sign: Libra (in western zodiac), Goat (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I Hear You Knocking by Gale Storm
- #1 UK song: The Man From Laramie by Jimmy Young
- Popular movie: I'll Cry Tomorrow directed by Daniel Mann
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