Gus Van Sant
Gus Green Van Sant Jr. is an American filmmaker, photographer, painter, and musician. He has earned acclaim as an independent filmmaker, and is considered to be one of the most prominent auteurs of the new queer cinema movement.
Background
- Born in
- Louisville
- Educated at
- Rhode Island School of DesignDarien High SchoolCatlin Gabel School
- Awards
- 🏆 Palme d'Or🏆 Cannes Best Director Award
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Timeline
1952
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