David O. Russell

David O. Russell

66 · Born: Aug 20, 1958

Personal Details

BornAug 20, 1958 New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Bernard Russell
  • Maria Russell
Relatives
  • Matthew Muzio (Cousin)

Biography

David Owen Russell, a multifaceted American film director and screenwriter, made his entry into the world on August 20, 1958, a day that would mark the beginning of a storied career in the realm of cinematic storytelling.

Over the years, Russell has established himself as a master of his craft, earning widespread acclaim for his distinctive directorial style, which is characterized by a loose, comic energy that has captivated audiences worldwide.

Throughout the extensive and distinguished trajectory of his professional endeavors, Russell has garnered a plethora of prestigious accolades, with a notable tally of two Independent Spirit Awards for his exceptional writing and direction, as well as the esteemed Audience Award at the renowned Sundance Film Festival.

Notably, his impressive body of work has also earned him a coveted Writers Guild of America Award, a testament to his remarkable skill and dedication to his craft.

Russell's initial creative endeavors, specifically the independent dark comedy "Spanking the Monkey" released in 1994, garnered him notable accolades, including the prestigious Best First Screenplay and Best First Feature awards from the esteemed Independent Spirit Awards, as well as the coveted Audience Award at the renowned Sundance Film Festival.

Notably, during the early 2010s, a distinct pattern of critical acclaim emerged in the filmography of Russell, with a trilogy of movies - "The Fighter" (2010),"Silver Linings Playbook" (2012),and "American Hustle" (2013) - collectively garnering a multitude of Academy Award nominations.

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Career

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2002
Adaptation.
Adaptation. as Orlean Dinner Guest
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2019
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2007
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1998
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2022
Amsterdam
Amsterdam as Director, Writer
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2015
Joy
Joy as Director, Screenplay, Story
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2013
American Hustle
American Hustle as Director, Writer
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2012
Silver Linings Playbook
Silver Linings Playbook as Director, Screenplay
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2010
The Fighter
The Fighter as Director
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2004
I Heart Huckabees
I Heart Huckabees as Director, Writer
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Soldiers Pay
Soldiers Pay as Director
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1999
Three Kings
Three Kings as Director, Screenplay
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1996
Flirting with Disaster
Flirting with Disaster as Director, Writer
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1994
Spanking the Monkey
Spanking the Monkey as Director, Writer