Robert Eggers

Robert Eggers

Eggers in 2015
Born 1983 (age 32–33)
Nationality American
Occupation Film director, screenwriter
Years active 2007-present
Notable work The Witch

Robert Eggers (born 1983) is an American film director and screenwriter, best known for his 2015 film The Witch. Eggers began his career as a designer and director of theatre productions in New York before transitioning to working in film.[1]

Career

In 2015, Eggers made his directorial debut with horror film The Witch, based on his own script. The film premiered at the 2015 Sundance Film Festival on January 27, 2015. A24 Films acquired the film, and released it theatrically on February 19, 2016.[2] Critical reception was largely positive, and the film earned over $30 million against a budget of $1 million.[3]

In July 2015, it was reported that Eggers would write and direct a remake of the 1922 silent film Nosferatu, based on the Dracula mythology. The film is scheduled to be produced by Jay Van Hoy and Lars Knudsen for Studio 8.[4][5]

Filmography

Year Film Functioned as Notes
Director Writer
2015 The Witch Yes Yes

Awards and nominations

Year Award Recipient Category Result
2015 Sundance Film Festival The Witch Directing Award: U.S. Dramatic Won
Grand Jury Prize: U.S. Dramatic Nominated

References

  1. ↑ Bloom, Jessica. "Designer-Turned-Director Robert Eggers Discusses His Horror Film 'The Witch'". Format Magazine. Retrieved 26 September 2016.
  2. ↑ Kit, Borys (January 24, 2015). "Sundance: A24 Acquires Hot Horror Title 'The Witch' (Exclusive)". hollywoodreporter.com. Retrieved August 3, 2015.
  3. ↑ http://www.shocktillyoudrop.com/news/404149-director-robert-eggers-success-witch/#/slide/1
  4. ↑ Fleming Jr, Mike (July 28, 2015). "Studio 8 Sets 'Nosferatu' Remake; 'The Witch's Robert Eggers To Write & Direct". deadline.com. Retrieved August 3, 2015.
  5. ↑ http://variety.com/2015/film/news/the-witch-director-sets-up-next-project-at-jeff-robinovs-studio-8-exclusive-1201413548/
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