Robert Altman

Robert Altman directs Sony Pictures Classics' The Company - 2003

Biography

Born 02/20/1925

Long recognized in Europe as a true auteur, Robert Altman brings an ironic, spare, irreverent gaze to bear on many long-standing American values through his ongoing project of reconsidering film genres. His style—very much part of what one might call "American art cinema"—is full of quirks and...
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Awards

  • In 2006, received Honorary Oscar
  • In 2002, received BAFTA Award for Best British Film
  • In 2002, received Berlin Film Festival Golden Bear for Lifetime Achievement

Highlights

  • In 2006, Directed the ensemble feature "A Prairie Home Companion," based on Garrison Keilor's long-running radio show; earned an Independent Spirit Award Nomination for Best Director
  • In 2003, Directed Neve Campbell, James Franco and Malcolm McDowell in the film "The Company," about a season in the life of Chicago’s Joffrey Ballet company
  • In 2002, Helmed "Gosford Park", a period mystery; earned Best Picture and Best Director Academy Award nominations

Family & Companions

  • Christine Altman Westphal: daughter (born c. 1947; mother, Lavonne Elmer)
  • Michael Altman: son (born c. 1954; mother, Lotus Corelli; wrote the lyrics to "Suicide Is Painless", the theme to "M*A*S*H", at age 14)

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