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David Andrew Leo Fincher (born August 28, 1962) is an American film director. His films, mostly thrillers, have received 40 nominations at the Academy Awards, including three for him as Best Director. Born in Denver, Colorado, Fincher was interested in filmmaking at an early age. He directed numerous music videos, most notably Madonna's "Express Yourself" in 1989 and "Vogue" in 1990, both of which won him the MTV Video Music Award for Best Direction. He made his feature film debut with Alien 3 (1992), which garnered mixed reviews, followed by the thriller Seven (1995), which was better received. Fincher found lukewarm success with The Game (1997) and Fight Club (1999), but the latter eventually became a cult classic. In 2002, he returned to prominence with the thriller Panic Room starring Jodie Foster. Fincher also directed Zodiac (2007), The Social Network (2010), The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011), and Mank (2020). For The Social Network, he won the Golden Globe Award for Best Director and BAFTA Award for Best Direction. His biggest commercial successes are The Curious Case of Benjamin Button (2008) and Gone Girl (2014), both of which grossed more than $300 million worldwide, with the former earning thirteen nominations at the Academy Awards, and eleven at the British Academy Film Awards. He also served as an executive producer and director for the Netflix series House of Cards (2013–2018) and Mindhunter (2017–2019), winning the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series for the pilot episode of House of Cards. Fincher was the co-founder of Propaganda Films, a film, and music.
David Fincher
Director
for Director in Truly Madly Deeply: The Savage Garden Story
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"Truly Madly Deeply: The Savage Garden Story" is a poignant biopic that dives into the lives of Darren Hayes and Daniel Jones, chronicling their rise from obscurity in Brisbane to international superstardom. Through a blend of vibrant musical performances, intimate personal moments, and the backdrop of a rapidly changing music industry, the film explores the duo's creative process, the magic of their collaborations, and the challenges of fame. We’ll see Darren, a passionate and often misunderstood artist, battling self-doubt and the pressures of success, while Daniel, the musical mastermind, grapples with the demands of the industry and his desire for creative control. Their unique bond, forged through shared dreams and experiences, faces trials as they navigate personal relationships, public scrutiny, and the fragility of their artistic partnership. With a soundtrack featuring all their greatest hits—including "I Want You," "Truly Madly Deeply," and "To the Moon and Back"—the film will resonate with both long-time fans and new audiences alike. It will evoke nostalgia while illuminating the deeper themes of love, identity, and the pursuit of one's dreams.
