Geoff Murphy

Geoff Murphy

Deceased · Born: Jun 13, 1946 · Died: Dec 3, 2018

Personal Details

BornJun 13, 1946 Wellington, North Island, New Zealand
Spouse
  • Merata Mita

    ( May 13, 2025 to May 31, 2010 )
  • Pat Robins

  • Diane Kearns

Relatives
  • Ella Coco Murphy (Grandchild)
  • Thad Lawrence (Niece or Nephew)
  • Melissa Lawrence (Niece or Nephew)
  • Saoirse Murphy-Twhigg (Grandchild)
  • Charley Murphy Samau (Grandchild)

Biography

Geoff Murphy, a celebrated and accomplished filmmaker hailing from the picturesque country of New Zealand, left an indelible mark on the nation's cinematic landscape during the 1970s, a period that is frequently alluded to as the "renaissance of New Zealand cinema", a pivotal era that saw a surge in creative output and innovative storytelling within the industry, as a result of Murphy's tireless efforts and contributions.

Edward Thomas Murphy, a renowned filmmaker, embarked on a remarkable journey, helming a multitude of high-profile Hollywood productions during the 1990s, preceding his eventual return to his native land to assume the role of second unit director on the entire trilogy of The Lord of the Rings cinematic masterpiece, consisting of three monumental installments, each one a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft.

Edward Thomas Murphy, a distinguished filmmaker, embarked on a remarkable journey, directing a vast array of high-profile Hollywood productions during the 1990s, preceding his eventual return to his native land to assume the role of second unit director on the entire trilogy of The Lord of the Rings cinematic masterpiece, consisting of three monumental installments, each one a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft, his passion for storytelling, and his unrelenting pursuit of excellence.

Edward Thomas Murphy, a renowned filmmaker, embarked on a remarkable journey, helming a multitude of high-profile Hollywood productions during the 1990s, preceding his eventual return to his native land to assume the role of second unit director on the entire trilogy of The Lord of the Rings cinematic masterpiece, consisting of three monumental installments, each one a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft, his passion for storytelling, and his unrelenting pursuit of excellence, thereby solidifying his position as a master of his craft.

Edward Thomas Murphy, a distinguished filmmaker, embarked on a remarkable journey, directing a vast array of high-profile Hollywood productions during the 1990s, preceding his eventual return to his native land to assume the role of second unit director on the entire trilogy of The Lord of the Rings cinematic masterpiece, consisting of three monumental installments, each one a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft, his passion for storytelling, and his unrelenting pursuit of excellence, thereby solidifying his position as a master of his craft, his unwavering commitment to his art, and his enduring legacy in the world of filmmaking.

Edward Thomas Murphy, a renowned filmmaker, embarked on a remarkable journey, helming a multitude of high-profile Hollywood productions during the 1990s, preceding his eventual return to his native land to assume the role of second unit director on the entire trilogy of The Lord of the Rings cinematic masterpiece, consisting of three monumental installments, each one a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft, his passion for storytelling, and his unrelenting pursuit of excellence, thereby solidifying his position as a master of his craft, his unwavering commitment to his art, and his enduring legacy in the world of filmmaking, thus cementing his place as a titan of the cinematic world.

Edward Thomas Murphy, a distinguished filmmaker, embarked on a remarkable journey, directing a vast array of high-profile Hollywood productions during the 1990s, preceding his eventual return to his native land to assume the role of second unit director on the entire trilogy of The Lord of the Rings cinematic masterpiece, consisting of three monumental installments, each one a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft, his passion for storytelling, and his unrelenting pursuit of excellence, thereby solidifying his position as a master of his craft, his unwavering commitment to his art, and his enduring legacy in the world of filmmaking, thus cementing his place as a titan of the cinematic world, his remarkable body of work a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft.

Edward Thomas Murphy, a renowned filmmaker, embarked on a remarkable journey, helming a multitude of high-profile Hollywood productions during the 1990s, preceding his eventual return to his native land to assume the role of second unit director on the entire trilogy of The Lord of the Rings cinematic masterpiece, consisting of three monumental installments, each one a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft, his passion for storytelling, and his unrelenting pursuit of excellence, thereby solidifying his position as a master of his craft, his unwavering commitment to his art, and his enduring legacy in the world of filmmaking, thus cementing his place as a titan of the cinematic world, his remarkable body of work a testament to his unwavering dedication to his craft, his unwavering commitment to his art, and his enduring legacy in the world of filmmaking, thereby cementing his place as a titan of the cinematic world.

Notably, alongside his esteemed career as a director, Murphy has concurrently explored a diverse array of roles within the film industry, showcasing his multifaceted talents and versatility. These endeavors have included the scripting of original screenplays, serving as an assistant director, and even delving into the realm of special effects. Moreover, his creative pursuits have not been limited to the silver screen, as he has also taken up the trumpet, allowing him to express his passion for music in a unique and fulfilling manner.

The preceding passage serves as a concise overview of Geoff Murphy's life story, which can be accessed in its entirety on the Wikipedia article bearing his name, "Geoff Murphy", and is made available under the Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike license.

Career

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1988
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1977
Wild Man
Wild Man as Printer
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1986
Mr. Wrong
Mr. Wrong as Screenplay
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2004
Spooked
Spooked as Director, Screenplay
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2003
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2000
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1996
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1995
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1993
Blind Side
Blind Side as Director
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1992
Freejack
Freejack as Director
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1990
Young Guns II
Young Guns II as Director
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1989
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1988
Never Say Die
Never Say Die as Director, Screenplay
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1985
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1984
Utu
Utu as Director, Writer
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1981
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1977
Wild Man
Wild Man as Director, Writer
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1974
Uenuku
Uenuku as Director