Bennett Miller

Bennett Miller

58 · Born: Dec 30, 1966

Personal Details

BornDec 30, 1966 New York City, New York, USA
Relatives
  • Theodore Miller (Sibling)
  • J.B. Miller (Sibling)

Biography

Bennett Miller is a renowned American film director, celebrated for his exceptional work on a variety of films, including the critically acclaimed Capote, Moneyball, and Foxcatcher. Miller's journey in the film industry began with the 1998 documentary, The Cruise, which marked the starting point of his illustrious career.

In addition to his feature film work, Miller has also demonstrated his versatility by directing music videos, such as the 2006 Bob Dylan video "When the Deal Goes Down", which featured the talented Scarlett Johansson.

Throughout his career, Miller has had the distinction of guiding six actors to Oscar nominations. These actors include Philip Seymour Hoffman and Catherine Keener, who received recognition for their outstanding performances in Capote, as well as Brad Pitt and Jonah Hill, who were nominated for their roles in Moneyball. Furthermore, Steve Carell and Mark Ruffalo received Oscar nominations for their work in Foxcatcher. Notably, Philip Seymour Hoffman went on to win the prestigious Academy Award for his portrayal in Capote.

Career

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2006
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2014
Foxcatcher
Foxcatcher as Director
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2011
Moneyball
Moneyball as Director
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2005
Capote
Capote as Director
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1998
The Cruise
The Cruise as Director