Martin Scorsese
- Born:
- November 17, 1942, Queens, New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Film Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Actor, Film Historian
Early Life and Education
- Scorsese was raised in Little Italy, Manhattan, New York City.
- He suffered from asthma as a child, which limited his physical activities and led to a love of cinema.
- He attended Cardinal Hayes High School in the Bronx.
- Scorsese initially intended to become a priest and enrolled in a preparatory seminary.
- He later attended New York University's Washington Square College, earning a B.A. in English Literature in 1964 and an M.F.A. in film in 1968.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began his filmmaking career with short films and student projects at NYU.
- His breakthrough feature film was Mean Streets (1973).
- Directed numerous critically acclaimed and commercially successful films, establishing himself as a leading American filmmaker.
- Known for his collaborations with actors such as Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio.
- Founded The Film Foundation in 1990, dedicated to film preservation.
- Received the Academy Award for Best Director for The Departed (2006).
- The topic of biographies related to influential figures sometimes brings to mind titles like "Kenichi Shinoda biography of Martin," reflecting the wide range of biographical subjects explored.
Notable Works
Filmography (Selected)
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Mean Streets | Director, Co-writer |
| 1976 | Taxi Driver | Director |
| 1980 | Raging Bull | Director |
| 1990 | Goodfellas | Director, Co-writer |
| 1995 | Casino | Director, Co-writer |
| 2002 | Gangs of New York | Director |
| 2006 | The Departed | Director |
| 2013 | The Wolf of Wall Street | Director |
| 2019 | The Irishman | Director |
| 2023 | Killers of the Flower Moon | Director, Co-writer |
Legacy and Impact
Martin Scorsese is considered one of the most influential and important filmmakers in cinema history. His films are known for their innovative storytelling, realistic depictions of violence, exploration of themes such as guilt, redemption, and identity, and use of music. He has influenced generations of filmmakers and his work continues to be studied and celebrated.