Profession: Film Director
Biography: Barry Levinson is an American filmmaker, screenwriter, and producer who has made a significant impact on the film industry over the course of his career. He first gained recognition as a screenwriter, with his work on films such as ...And Justice for All (1979) and Inside Moves (1980).
Levinson made his directorial debut with the comedy-drama Diner (1982), which was also his first screenplay to be turned into a film. Diner marked the beginning of his "Baltimore Films" series, which includes Tin Men (1987), Avalon (1990), and Liberty Heights (1999).
In 1988, Levinson directed the critically acclaimed film Rain Man, starring Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise. The movie went on to win four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director for Levinson.
Levinson has continued to direct a wide range of films, such as the political satire Wag the Dog (1997) and the crime thriller Sleepers (1996). His work in the television industry has also been noteworthy, with projects like the acclaimed series Homicide: Life on the Street (1993-1999) and the HBO film Paterno (2018).
Born: April 6, 1942
Birthplace: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Age: 82 years old
Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Aries
Historical Events
- 1988-12-12 "Rainman" directed by Barry Levinson and starring Dustin Hoffman and Tom Cruise premieres in New York (Best Picture 1989)
- 1989-03-29 61st Academy Awards: "Rain Man" - Best Picture, Actor (Dustin Hoffman), Director (Barry Levinson) and Screenwriting; and Jodie Foster win
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