Corneliu Porumboiu, a celebrated filmmaker, was born in 1975 in Vaslui, Romania, a country boasting a deep cultural heritage. This pivotal year marked the beginning of a remarkable journey, as 2006 witnessed the release of his debut feature film, "12:08 EAST OF BUCHAREST", which garnered widespread critical acclaim and earned the prestigious Camera d'Or award at the esteemed Cannes Film Festival. The film's screening in the Directors' Fortnight section of the festival served as a testament to its artistic merit and Porumboiu's exceptional storytelling abilities, further solidifying his reputation as a masterful director.
Corneliu Porumboiu
49 · Born: Sep 14, 1975
