Noam Murro
Noam Murro (born August 16, 1961) is an Israeli film director and film producer. He is best known for directing Smart People and 300: Rise of an Empire.
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Occupation | Film director, film producer |
Years active | 2005–present |
Career
After studying architecture and establishing himself over the years as an advertising director, he was nominated six times for the DGA Awards, winning the award in 2005.[1] Along with Shawn Lacy Tessaro, he founded the production company Biscuit Films, which has produced many successful advertising campaigns.[2] In 2004, he was originally set to direct The Ring Two but left the film due to "creative differences".[3] In 2012, he directed advertising campaigns for well-known brands such as Adidas, Nike, eBay, Volkswagen, Land Rover, Toshiba, Stella Artois and many others.[2] In 2008, Murro made his directorial debut with Smart People, a comedy presented at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival.[4] In 2011, he was chosen to direct A Good Day to Die Hard but left production in August 2011, to direct the 300 sequel, 300: Rise of an Empire. John Moore was subsequently drafted in to replace him.[5][6]
Films
Year | Project | Role | Notes |
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2008 | Smart People | Director | Feature Film |
2014 | 300: Rise of an Empire | Director | Feature Film |
2018 | Watership Down | Director Executive Producer | TV miniseries |
References
- "Nothing is Impossible - Nothing is Impossible". Archived from the original on 2013-08-08. Retrieved 2014-08-30.
- "Commercial Director Spotlight: Noam Murro - /Film". slashfilm.com. Retrieved 2014-08-30.
- "Parting Ways: Director Leaves 'Ring 2' -". bloody-disgusting.com. Retrieved 2014-08-30.
- "Sundance Movie Review: Smart People - /Film". slashfilm.com. Retrieved 2014-08-30.
- "Noam Murro To Direct 'Die Hard 5' | Deadline". deadline.com. Retrieved 2014-08-30.
- "REELZ: Movie News". reelz.com. Archived from the original on 2014-02-03. Retrieved 2014-08-30.