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Charles Burnett (/ bɜːrˈnɛt /; born April 13, 1944) is an American film director, film producer, writer, editor, actor, photographer, and cinematographer. His most popular films include Killer of Sheep (1978), My Brother's Wedding (1983), To Sleep with Anger (1990), The Glass Shield (1994), and Namibia: The Struggle for Liberation (2007).
Charles Burnett, American filmmaker who gained critical acclaim for his realistic and intimate portrayals of African American families. His movies were revered by critics yet rarely enjoyed any commercial success.
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Charles Burnett. Director: Killer of Sheep. Born in Vicksburg, Mississippi on April 13, 1944, Charles Burnett moved with his family to the Watts area of Los Angeles at an early age.
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Aug 9, 2024 · Charles Burnett was never catapulted to the mainstream in that respect, but his lasting impact on cinema was every bit as transformative as the ones made by his fellow trailblazers and pioneers.
Jun 8, 2018 · Filmmaker. Films Reflect Southern Influences. Created Killer of Sheep as M.F.A. Thesis. Won Prestigious “ Genius ” Grant. Hoped Films Would Inspire Black Viewers. Sources. Since the late 1960s, Charles Burnett has been making highly-acclaimed films about the experience of African Americans.
Charles Burnett. Director: Killer of Sheep. Born in Vicksburg, Mississippi on April 13, 1944, Charles Burnett moved with his family to the Watts area of Los Angeles at an early age.
Aug 17, 2023 · Charles Burnett is best known for his landmark portraits of Black American life, from the aching neorealism of “Killer of Sheep” to the mordant mysticism of “To Sleep with Anger,” his...
