Woody Allen
Prominent film director
Woody Allen (real name Allen Stewart Konigsberg) was born on December 1, 1935, in Brooklyn, New York, USA. He attended New York University and City College of New York but did not graduate, focusing instead on a career as a comedian and writer.
Throughout his long career, he has become a prominent American film director, screenwriter, actor, and playwright, known for his "intellectual comedies." He continues his active creative work, having released his 50th film in 2023 and preparing for the publication of his first novel in 2025.
1965
Debuted as a screenwriter for the feature film "What's New Pussycat?"
1969
Directed his first feature film project "Take the Money and Run."
1977
The film "Annie Hall" received four Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director
1986
The film "Hannah and Her Sisters" was awarded an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay
1995
Was honored with the "Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement" award at the Venice Film Festival
2002
Received the honorary "Golden Palm" at the Cannes Film Festival for his contribution to cinema
2011
The film "Midnight in Paris" won an Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay and a Golden Globe
2014
Was awarded the Cecil B. DeMille Award for outstanding contributions to the world of entertainment
2023
His fiftieth feature film "Coup de Chance" was successfully presented at the Venice Film Festival
