British filmmaker born in 1973, known for his nuanced storytelling and exploration of human relationships. Began career as an assistant editor on films like "Gladiator" before transitioning to directing. Gained acclaim with "Weekend" (2011), a tender portrayal of a brief romantic encounter, and "45 Years" (2015), which earned numerous awards. Created and directed the HBO series "Looking" and directed "Lean on Pete" (2017). Renowned for his empathetic approach and intimate character studies.