Paul Greengrass

Paul Greengrass, born in 1955, is an English filmmaker whose career has been defined by visceral, documentary-style narratives. His breakthrough came with "Bloody Sunday" in 2002, which garnered him the Golden Bear at the Berlin Film Festival. Greengrass further solidified his reputation with the Bourne trilogy, "United 93," and "Captain Phillips," each blending intense realism with political urgency. His work on "United 93" earned him a BAFTA and an Oscar nomination, while "Captain Phillips" showcased his mastery of high-tension filmmaking. Beyond directing, Greengrass has been a vocal advocate for British filmmakers, founding Directors UK and receiving a BFI Fellowship in 2017.