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Mark Anthony "Baz" Luhrmann (born 17 September 1962) is an Australian filmmaker and actor with projects spanning film, television, opera, theatre, music and recording industries. He is regarded by some as a contemporary example of an auteur for his style and deep involvement in the writing, directing, design, and musical components of all his work. He is the most commercially successful Australian director, with four of his films in the top ten highest worldwide grossing Australian films of all time. On the screen he is best known for his "Red Curtain Trilogy", consisting of his romantic comedy film Strictly Ballroom (1992), and the romantic tragedies William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet (1996) and Moulin Rouge! (2001). Following the trilogy, projects included Australia (2008), The Great Gatsby (2013), Elvis (2022), and his television period drama The Get Down (2016) for Netflix. Additional projects include stage productions of Giacomo Puccini's La bohème for both the Australian Opera and Broadway and Strictly Ballroom the Musical (2014). Luhrmann is equally known for his Grammy-nominated soundtracks for Moulin Rouge! and The Great Gatsby, as well as his record label House of Iona, a co-venture with RCA Records. Serving as producer on all of his musical soundtracks, he also holds writing credits on many of the individual tracks. His album Something for Everybody features music from many of his films and also includes his hit "Everybody's Free (To Wear Sunscreen)".
Baz Luhrmann
Director
for Director in Prince Aly Khan: A Life Between Worlds
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Prince Aly Khan: A Life Between Worlds is a captivating biographical miniseries that explores the tumultuous and fascinating life of Prince Aly Khan, the aristocratic son of the Aga Khan and a prominent figure in both the Islamic world and European high society. This six-episode series will take viewers on a journey through the Prince’s remarkable life, from his early years in the prestigious courts of India and Europe to his time as a diplomat, playboy, and philanthropist in the 20th century. Set against the backdrop of political upheaval, societal change, and personal ambition, the series delves into Prince Aly Khan’s unique position as a bridge between East and West, grappling with his dual identity as a Muslim prince and a celebrated international figure. From his notable marriage to Hollywood icon Rita Hayworth to his deep devotion to the Ismaili Muslim community and his groundbreaking work in the United Nations, the series reveals the complex layers of his character.
