Martin Scorsese
- Born:
- November 17, 1942, Queens, New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Film Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Actor, Film Historian
Early Life and Education
- Raised in Little Italy, Manhattan, New York City.
- Initially intended to become a priest and attended a preparatory seminary.
- Earned a B.A. in English Literature (1964) and an M.F.A. in Film (1966) from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began directing short films and teaching at NYU after graduation.
- Gained early recognition with the crime drama Mean Streets (1973).
- Established himself as a major director with Taxi Driver (1976).
- Directed numerous critically acclaimed and commercially successful films across various genres.
- Won the Academy Award for Best Director for The Departed (2006).
- Recipient of the AFI Life Achievement Award (1997) and the Kennedy Center Honors (2007).
- Founded The Film Foundation, dedicated to film preservation.
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Notable Works
| Year | Title | Role(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Mean Streets | Director, Writer |
| 1976 | Taxi Driver | Director |
| 1980 | Raging Bull | Director |
| 1990 | Goodfellas | Director, Writer |
| 1995 | Casino | Director, Writer |
| 2002 | Gangs of New York | Director |
| 2006 | The Departed | Director |
| 2013 | The Wolf of Wall Street | Director |
| 2019 | The Irishman | Director, Producer |
Legacy and Impact
Martin Scorsese is considered one of the most influential and important filmmakers in cinematic history. His films are characterized by their gritty realism, innovative camerawork, and exploration of complex themes such as guilt, redemption, and the American Dream. He has inspired generations of filmmakers and continues to be a vital force in contemporary cinema.