Scott Hicks

Scott Hicks, director of Universal's Snow Falling On Cedars - 12/99

Biography

Born 03/04/1953

This Australian filmmaker came to international attention with "Shine" (1996), his acclaimed feature about musical prodigy David Helfgott. With a resume that included a handful of TV movies, a coming-of-age feature, a children's film and several TV documentaries, few might have thought he could...
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Awards

  • In 1996, received Australian Film Institute Award for Best Director
  • In 1994, received Emmy Award for Outstanding Individual Achievement in Craft, Directors

Highlights

  • In 2008, Filmed the documentary, "GLASS, a portrait of Philip in twelve parts" about composer Philip Glass
  • In 2007, Helmed the romantic comedy "No Reservations"
  • In 2001, Helmed "Hearts in Atlantis" adapted from a Stephen King novel

Family & Companions

  • Jetro Heysen-Hicks: son (Mother, Kerry Heysen )
  • Scott Heysen-Hicks: son (Mother, Kerry Heysen )
  • father: Chief engineer of East African Railways and Harbours

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