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Director
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Film producer, Film screenwriter, Film director, Screenwriter
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United States
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English
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University of Utah, Yale University, Lincoln High School
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♎ Libra
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马 Horse
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Lee Isaac Chung is known for directing.
Born in Denver, Colorado, USA (age 47).
Lee Isaac Chung has 3 credits in our database.
Studied at Array.
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Biography
Lee Isaac Chung (born October 19, 1978) is an American filmmaker. His debut feature, Munyurangabo (2007), was officially selected at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival and the first narrative feature film in the Kinyarwanda language.
Chung gained fame for directing the semi-autobiographical film Minari (2020), for which he received numerous major awards and nominations, including the Golden Globe Award for Best Foreign Language Film and Best Director and Best Original Screenplay at the 93rd Academy Awards. In 2023, he directed an episode in the third season of the Star Wars series The Mandalorian, and 2024, he directed the blockbuster disaster film Twisters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Lee Isaac Chung?
Lee Isaac Chung is 47 years old, born on .
Where was Lee Isaac Chung born?
Lee Isaac Chung was born in Denver, Colorado, USA.
What movies or shows has Lee Isaac Chung been in?
Lee Isaac Chung has 3 credits in our database. Notable titles include Twisters (2024), Star Wars: Skeleton Crew (2024), Munyurangabo (2008).
What is Lee Isaac Chung known for?
Lee Isaac Chung is primarily known as a director. Lee Isaac Chung (born October 19, 1978) is an American filmmaker. His debut feature, Munyurangabo (2007), was officially selected at the 2007 Cannes Film Festival and the first narrative…
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