Roland Joffe

Biography

Born 11/17/1945

After a prolific career helming hard-hitting political themed dramas, British film director Roland Joffé made a huge splash with his 1984 feature film debut, “The Killing Fields” – an unflinching drama about Cambodia’s savage Khmer Rouge massacres. Nominated for a stunning seven Academy...
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Filmography

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Awards

In 1986, received Cannes Film Festival Palme d'Or Award
In 1986, received Cannes Film Festival Technique Award

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Highlights

In 2007, Returned to directing after several years with the thriller "Captivity"
In 2000, Helmed the lavish costume drama "Vatel" starring Gérard Depardieu as the legendary French chef chosen to serve King Louis XIV; film was chosen to open the 2000 Cannes Film Festival
In 1999, Directed the youthful neo-noir, "Goodbye Lover" (brief theatrical release)

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