Brian De Palma

Brian De Palma

Known For Directing

Born
Age
85
Place of birth
Newark, New Jersey, USA
Gender
Male

Also Known As

Brian Russell De Palma

Biography

Brian Russell De Palma is an American film director and writer. In a career spanning over forty years, he is probably best known for his suspense and crime thriller films. De Palma was a leading member of the New Hollywood generation of film directors. His direction often makes use of quotations from other films or cinematic styles, and bears the influence of filmmakers such as Alfred Hitchcock, Jean-Luc Godard, and Michelangelo Antonioni. His work has been criticized for its violence and sexual content, but has also been championed by American critics such as Roger Ebert and Pauline Kael.

Filmography

As Director (6)

Other Roles (4)