Martin Scorsese
- Born:
- November 17, 1942, Queens, New York City, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Film Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Actor, Film Historian
Early Life and Education
- Born to Italian-American parents in Queens and raised in Little Italy, Manhattan.
- Suffered from asthma as a child, leading to extensive movie-watching.
- Attended Cardinal Hayes High School in the Bronx.
- Graduated with a B.A. in English Literature in 1964 and an M.F.A. in Film in 1968 from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.
Career and Major Achievements
- Early works include short films and the feature film Who's That Knocking at My Door (1967).
- Breakthrough success with Mean Streets (1973).
- Established himself as a major director with Taxi Driver (1976) and Raging Bull (1980).
- Received the Academy Award for Best Director for The Departed (2006).
- Directed numerous critically acclaimed and commercially successful films, collaborating frequently with actors Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio.
Notable Works
Filmography (Selection)
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Mean Streets | Director, Writer |
| 1976 | Taxi Driver | Director |
| 1980 | Raging Bull | Director |
| 1990 | Goodfellas | Director, Writer |
| 2006 | The Departed | Director |
| 2013 | The Wolf of Wall Street | Director |
Awards (Selection)
| Award | Year | Film |
|---|---|---|
| Academy Award for Best Director | 2006 | The Departed |
| Cannes Film Festival - Palme d'Or | 1976 | Taxi Driver |
| Golden Globe Award for Best Director | 2007 | The Departed |
Legacy and Impact
Martin Scorsese's impact on cinema is undeniable. His films are known for their realistic portrayals of violence, crime, and moral ambiguity, often set within Italian-American communities. He is also a passionate advocate for film preservation and education. The manekshaw biography of martin aims to provide readers with an overview of his impressive and critically acclaimed career.