Martin Scorsese (Martin Charles Scorsese) was born on November 17, 1942, in New York City, New York, United States.
Film Career. Martin Scorsese is one of the most influential and respected directors in the history of cinema. His career is characterized by a wide range of successful films and a deep exploration of complex themes.
Education and Training. Scorsese studied film at New York University and began making short films while still a student.
Early Career. He made his debut with "Who's That Knocking at My Door" (1967) and gained notoriety with "Mean Streets" (1973). His collaboration with Robert De Niro produced numerous masterpieces
Personal Life. Scorsese has been married five times and has three children. His personal life has often reflected the complex human relationships explored in his films.
Interests and Hobbies. He is an avid film collector and has dedicated time to preserving cinematic heritage. He is also a music enthusiast and has directed documentaries about musical artists.
Important Films:
"Taxi Driver" (1976): Scorsese directs Robert De Niro in this psychological drama in which he plays Travis Bickle, an unstable taxi driver who gets lost in the dangerous streets of New York City. The film explores themes of alienation and urban violence.
"Raging Bull" (1980): With Robert De Niro as Jake LaMotta, a tormented boxer, Scorsese delivers a raw portrayal of violence and self-destruction. The film is acclaimed as one of the best ever made.
"Goodfellas" (1990): This crime drama follows the life of Henry Hill (played by Ray Liotta) in the world of Italian-American mafia in New York. The film is known for its frenetic storytelling and realistic portrayal of organized crime.
"The Departed" (2006): Scorsese directs an all-star cast in this police thriller that explores an undercover agent's infiltration of the Irish mafia in Boston. The film won the Oscar for Best Picture and marked a turning point in Scorsese's career.
Filmography
Who's That Knocking at My Door (1967)
Boxcar Bertha (1972)
Mean Streets (1973)
Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore (1974)
Taxi Driver (1976)
New York, New York (1977)
Raging Bull (1980)
The King of Comedy (1982)
After Hours (1985)
The Color of Money (1986)
The Last Temptation of Christ (1988)
Goodfellas (1990)
Cape Fear (1991)
The Age of Innocence (1993)
Casino (1995)
Kundun (1997)
Bringing Out the Dead (1999)
Gangs of New York (2002)
The Aviator (2004)
The Departed (2006)
Shutter Island (2010)
Hugo (2011)
The Wolf of Wall Street (2013)
Silence (2016)
The Irishman (2019)
Awards
Academy Awards (Oscars):
- Best Director: Won for "The Departed" (2006).
He has received numerous other nominations for films such as "Taxi Driver," "Raging Bull," "Goodfellas," and "The Wolf of Wall Street".
Golden Globe Awards:
Won several Golden Globes for directing, including for "Gangs of New York," "The Departed," and "Hugo".
BAFTA Awards:
Received nominations and won awards for his films.
Directors Guild of America Awards (DGA):
Won awards for his directing.
Cecil B. DeMille Award:
Won in 2010 for his outstanding contribution to the entertainment industry.