Baz Luhrmann

Baz Luhrmann, born Mark Anthony Luhrmann on September 17, 1962, is an Australian film director, producer, writer, and actor. Known for his distinct style and deep involvement in all aspects of his work, Luhrmann has become a well-respected contemporary auteur. He has a diverse range of projects across film, television, opera, theatre, music, and recording industries. Luhrmann is the most commercially successful Australian director, with four of his films ranking among the top ten highest-grossing Australian films of all time. His notable works include the 'Red Curtain Trilogy' consisting of 'Strictly Ballroom' (1992), 'William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet' (1996), and 'Moulin Rouge!' (2001). He has also directed films like 'Australia' (2008), 'The Great Gatsby' (2013), and the upcoming 'Elvis' (2022). On television, he created the period drama 'The Get Down' (2016) for Netflix.