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Paul Thomas Anderson (born June 26, 1970), also known by his initials PTA, is an American filmmaker. His accolades include a BAFTA Award, and nominations for eleven Academy Awards and three Golden Globe Awards.
IMDb profile of the director, writer and producer of films such as Boogie Nights, Magnolia and There Will Be Blood. Learn about his biography, awards, trivia, filmography and more.
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Learn about the life and career of the acclaimed filmmaker behind Boogie Nights, Magnolia, There Will Be Blood and more. Find out his influences, trademarks, awards, trivia and family.
- Director, Writer, Producer
- June 26, 1970
Learn about the life and career of Paul Thomas Anderson, one of the most eclectic and original filmmakers of his generation. Explore his movies, ratings, reviews, and more on Rotten Tomatoes.
Tomatometer®Audience ScoreTitleCredit97%Fresh audience score. 90%Self90%Fresh audience score. 66%Director, Screenwriter, Producer100%No Score YetDirector, ProducerNo Score YetNo Score YetExecutive ProducerJun 22, 2024 · Paul Thomas Anderson (born June 26, 1970, Los Angeles, California, U.S.) is an American screenwriter and director whose character-driven films, set mostly in the American West, are recognized for their ambitious and engaging storytelling.
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Dec 12, 2021 · The New Yorker Interview. Paul Thomas Anderson on What Makes a Movie Great. The director of “Licorice Pizza” discusses his writing process, choosing actors, and how you can tell when you are...
Nov 27, 2021 · Variety critic Peter Debruge ranks the director's nine movies, from his debut "Hard Eight" to his latest "Licorice Pizza". Find out which film tops his list and why, and how he evaluates Anderson's style, themes and influences.