Florian Zeller
Florian Zeller (French: [zɛlɛʁ]; born 1979) is a French novelist, playwright, theatre director, screenwriter, and film director. He wrote over a dozen plays, that have been staged worldwide and have made him one of the most celebrated contemporary playwrights.
Florian Zeller | |
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Zeller in 2021 | |
| Born | 1979 (age 44–45) Paris, France |
| Occupation | Novelist, playwright, theatre director, screenwriter, film director |
| Nationality | French |
| Genre | Literary fiction |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Spouse |
Marine Delterme (m. 2010) |
| Children | 2 |
He wrote and directed his first film, 2020's The Father, based on his play of the same name, starring Anthony Hopkins and Olivia Colman. The film received more than 200 nominations and awards all over the world, including two Oscars at the 93rd Academy Awards.
Since then, it has been cited as one of the best films of the 2020s and the 21st century.
In 2023, Zeller received France's Legion of Honor. Illustrious recipients of France's highest decoration includes Robert Redford, Miles Davis, David Lynch, Charlie Chaplin or Josephine Baker.