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Byron Howard

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Wolfgang Reitherman

Wolfgang Reitherman, also known as Woolie Reitherman, was a director, producer, and animator for Disney. He worked on many classic Disney films, such as Sleeping Beauty, The Sword in the Stone, and The Jungle Book. He was known for his talent in directing action sequences and his contributions to Disney's animation legacy.

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Chris Buck

Chris Buck is an American film and television director, best known for his work on Disney animated films such as Tarzan, Frozen, and Frozen II. He received the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature for both Frozen and Frozen II, and has also directed episodes of The Simpsons and King of the Hill.

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Sean Patrick O'Reilly

Sean Patrick O'Reilly is a Canadian comic book writer, publisher, and film producer. He is the founder and CEO of Arcana Studios, a comic book and animation studio based in Vancouver. O'Reilly has written numerous comic book series including "Kade" and "Clockwork Girl," and has produced several animated films such as "Howard Lovecraft and the Undersea Kingdom."

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Andrew Adamson

Andrew Adamson is a New Zealand film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is best known for directing the Shrek franchise, The Chronicles of Narnia film series, and Mr. Pip. He also worked as a visual effects supervisor for the films Batman & Robin and Godzilla.

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Ben Stiller

Ben Stiller is an American actor, comedian, writer, producer, and director. He is best known for his roles in comedy films such as Zoolander, Dodgeball, and There's Something About Mary. He has also directed and produced numerous successful films, including Tropic Thunder and The Secret Life of Walter Mitty.

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Shaun Paul Piccinino

Shaun Paul Piccinino is a director, producer, and actor. He began his career in the film industry as a stuntman before transitioning into directing and producing. His notable directorial works include "Roped" and "Lady Driver," both of which are currently streaming on Netflix. Piccinino is also the founder of popular YouTube channel, "Sneaky Zebra."

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John Murlowski

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Jeremiah S. Chechik

Jeremiah S. Chechik is a Canadian film and television director known for his works such as "Benny & Joon," "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation," and "The Avengers." He started his career as an advertising director and then shifted to film direction, and he has won awards for his notable projects.

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Nick Broomfield

Nick Broomfield is a British documentary filmmaker known for his provocative and controversial style. He has directed numerous films covering a wide range of subjects from music icons like Whitney Houston and Kurt Cobain to political figures like Sarah Palin and Aung San Suu Kyi. Broomfield is highly regarded for his unorthodox approach to documentary filmmaking.

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Keenen Ivory Wayans

Keenen Ivory Wayans is a writer, comedian, and filmmaker who is best known for his work as the creator and host of the popular sketch comedy series "In Living Color." Born in 1958 in New York City, Wayans began his career as a stand-up comedian before transitioning to television and film. He has directed several movies and television shows, including "Scary Movie," "White Chicks," and "Scream."

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Lesley Selander

Lesley Selander was an American film director and editor who worked on more than 125 films during his career, primarily in the Western genre. He was considered one of the most prolific and well-respected B-movie directors of his time.

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Alfonso Cuarón

Alfonso Cuarón is a director, screenwriter, and producer hailing from Mexico City. He has directed and produced critically acclaimed films such as "Gravity," "Roma," and "Children of Men." Cuarón has won numerous awards for his work, including multiple Academy Awards and Golden Globe Awards.

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Xavier Gens

Xavier Gens is a French film director known for his work in the horror and thriller genres. He got his start directing commercials before making his feature film debut with the 2007 horror film "Frontier(s)". He has also directed films such as "Hitman" and "The Divide".

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Rian Johnson

Rian Johnson is a director best known for helming Star Wars: The Last Jedi, Looper, and Knives Out. He started making short films in high school and went on to study film at the University of Southern California. With a reputation for creating acclaimed and inventive genre films, he has become one of Hollywood's most sought-after storytellers.

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Simon Curtis

Simon Curtis is a British director, producer, and writer known for his work in film, television, and theatre. He has directed several acclaimed films such as My Week with Marilyn and Woman in Gold, as well as numerous television dramas including Cranford and The Art of More. Curtis started his career as a stage director and has also directed several West End productions.

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Asif Kapadia

Asif Kapadia is a British filmmaker who has directed award-winning documentaries such as "Amy" and "Senna". He was born on December 17, 1972, in London and studied filmmaking at the Royal College of Art. Kapadia has been nominated for and won numerous awards for his work, including an Academy Award for Best Documentary Feature.

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Jon Avnet

Jon Avnet is a director, writer, and producer. He is known for his work on films such as "Fried Green Tomatoes" and "Up Close & Personal" as well as the television series "Justified" and "The Blacklist." Avnet has been nominated for multiple Emmy and Academy Awards throughout his career.

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Rick Famuyiwa

Rick Famuyiwa is an American film and television director, producer, and screenwriter. He is best known for directing films like "The Wood," "Brown Sugar," "Dope," and episodes of TV series such as "The Chi," "The Mandalorian," and "Insecure." He was born on June 18, 1973, in the United States.

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Lucky McKee

Lucky McKee is an American horror film director, screenwriter, and producer. He is best known for his films "May" and "The Woman," both of which premiered at the Sundance Film Festival. McKee has established himself as a prominent figure in the horror genre, exploring complex themes and innovative storytelling techniques.

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Andrew Niccol

Andrew Niccol is a New Zealand screenwriter, producer, and director. He is best known for creating and writing the science fiction film, The Truman Show, and writing and directing the science fiction movie, Gattaca. Niccol's other notable works include Lord of War, In Time, and Good Kill.

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Terence Davies

Terence Davies is a British film director born in Liverpool in 1945. Davies' films explore themes of memory, nostalgia and class through his own experiences growing up in a working-class Catholic family. Many of his films have received critical acclaim, including "Distant Voices, Still Lives" and "The Long Day Closes." He has also directed theatre productions and documentaries.

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Justin Kurzel

Justin Kurzel is a Australian film director, known for his visually stunning and emotionally nuanced work. He burst onto the scene with his feature debut, "Snowtown," and has since directed "Macbeth" and "Assassin's Creed." Kurzel is regarded as one of the most exciting and innovative directors working today.

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Fisher Stevens

Fisher Stevens is an American actor, producer, and director best known for his roles in popular films such as "Short Circuit," "Hackers," and "The Grand Budapest Hotel." He has also produced documentaries and television shows, and directed the documentary "Bright Lights: Starring Carrie Fisher and Debbie Reynolds."

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Joseph Sargent

Joseph Sargent (born Giuseppe Danielle Sorgente) was an American film director known for films such as The Taking of Pelham One Two Three and White Lightning. He also directed numerous television movies and episodes for popular shows like The Twilight Zone, L.A. Law, and NYPD Blue.

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James Marsh

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John Hughes

John Hughes (1950-2009) was an American film director, producer, and screenwriter. He is known for his work on iconic 1980s teen films such as The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller’s Day Off, and Sixteen Candles. Hughes also wrote and produced many other successful films, including Home Alone and Christmas Vacation. His films continue to be beloved by audiences today.

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Reginald Hudlin

Reginald Hudlin is a director, writer, and producer best known for his work on Boomerang, House Party, and Django Unchained. He also co-created the animated series Bebe's Kids and produced the Academy Awards in 2016. Hudlin has a Bachelor of Arts in Visual and Environmental Studies from Harvard University.

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Jay Chandrasekhar

Jay Chandrasekhar is an American actor, director, writer, and comedian, best known for his work with the comedy troupe Broken Lizard. He has directed feature films such as Super Troopers, Club Dread, and The Dukes of Hazzard, as well as numerous television shows including Arrested Development, Community, and Psych.

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Sean Anders

Sean Anders is a director, screenwriter, and producer known for his work on comedies such as "We're the Millers", "Horrible Bosses 2", and "Daddy's Home". Anders got his start in the industry as a staff writer on the TV series "Friends". He was born on March 31, 1972, in Midwest City, Oklahoma.

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William A. Seiter

William A. Seiter (1890-1964) was an American film director and producer. He worked in both silent and sound films, directing over 100 productions throughout his career. His notable works include "Sons of the Desert" (1933) and "Dimples" (1936).

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Giorgio Serafini

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Joel Gallen

Joel Gallen is an American television and film producer/director. He is known for producing and directing major television events like the MTV Movie Awards, the VH1 Fashion Awards, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremonies. He has also directed films like "Not Another Teen Movie" and served as an executive producer for the TV series "Z Rock."

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Herman Yau

Herman Yau is a Hong Kong film director known for his work in the horror and action genres. He has directed over 70 films, including "The Untold Story", "Shock Wave", and "Ip Man: The Final Fight". Yau is considered one of the most prominent directors of the Hong Kong New Wave movement.

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William Brent Bell

William Brent Bell is an American film director and screenwriter, best known for his work in the horror genre. He has directed several horror films, including "The Devil Inside" and "The Boy". Bell is also known for his work on the TV series "Deadwood".

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Ron Underwood

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Charles Martin Smith

Charles Martin Smith is an American actor and writer, best known for his roles in "American Graffiti" and "The Untouchables". He has also appeared in numerous television shows and movies, and has directed several films including "Dolphin Tale" and "A Dog's Way Home".

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David Lowery

David Lowery is a film director, screenwriter, and editor born on December 26, 1980, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. He is best known for directing critically acclaimed films such as Ain't Them Bodies Saints, Pete's Dragon, A Ghost Story, and The Old Man & the Gun. Apart from filmmaking, Lowery is also an accomplished musician and founding member of the band, Cracker.

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Gurinder Chadha

Gurinder Chadha is a British film director known for her work on movies such as "Bend It Like Beckham" and "Blinded by the Light." She was born in Kenya to British-Indian Sikh parents and grew up in London. Chadha has been recognized for her contributions to British cinema and for promoting diversity in the film industry.

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