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Edward Zwick is a versatile filmmaker who has worked on TV shows like Thirtysomething and Blood Diamond, and movies like Glory, Legends of the Fall, and The Last Samurai. See his biography, awards, credits, photos, and trivia on IMDb.
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- Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Producer, Writer, Director
Edward Zwick. Edward M. Zwick (born October 8, 1952) is an American filmmaker. He has worked primarily in the comedy drama and epic historical film genres and has received nominations for two Academy Awards and two Golden Globe Awards . He made his film debut with the comedy About Last Night (1986), followed by Glory (1989), Legends of the Fall ...
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- 'Blood Diamond' (2006) IMDb Rating: 8.0/10. A profound achievement, Blood Diamond is the perfect example of Edward Zwick operating at his very best, with the film using a sturdy yet formulaic story structure as a launchpad to explore a socially significant issue with technical perfection and commanding performances.
- 'Glory' (1989) IMDb Rating: 7.8/10. Undoubtedly the film which established Edward Zwick as a bona fide Hollywood director, Glory was just his second picture, which made the Civil War epic an even more impressive feat of filmmaking which, in the eyes of many, stands as Zwick's best picture.
- 'The Last Samurai' (2003) IMDb Rating: 7.8/10. Despite his underrated standing in modern Hollywood, Edward Zwick’s enduring legacy may prove to be his mastery of thrilling and thought-provoking epics, with 2003’s The Last Samurai a highlight of his career in this regard.
- 'Legends of the Fall' (1994) IMDb Rating: 7.5/10. A sweeping dramatic epic which was pivotal in making Brad Pitt a Hollywood star, Legends of the Fall used its awe-inspiring setting and its weighted story to entertain audiences.
Director Edward Zwick Stars Leonardo DiCaprio Djimon Hounsou Jennifer Connelly. 2. The Last Samurai. 2003 2h 34m R. 7.8 (473K) Rate. 55 Metascore. In 19th century Japan, Nathan Algren, a US army captain, is hired by the Japanese emperor to train his army in the modern warfare techniques. Captain Algren finds himself trapped in a struggle ...
A list of 13 movies directed by Edward Zwick, an American filmmaker known for his historical and romantic dramas. See the titles, ratings, genres, summaries, and cast of each movie.
Mar 25, 2024 · The Siege, ” released in 1998, is a high-tension, thrilling action-packed film directed by Edward Zwick. The movie, which is based on the real-life 1996 New York City subway bombing, revolves around a secret operation to arrest a suspected terrorist that leads to a series of terrorist attacks in New York City.
Edward M. Zwick (born October 8, 1952) is an American filmmaker and film producer noted for his sprawling war films. He has been described as a "throwback to an earlier era, an extremely cerebral director whose movies consistently feature fully rounded characters, difficult moral issues, and plots that thrive on the ambiguity of authority."
