An American film director and producer, he is known for his meticulous storytelling and character-driven narratives. He gained prominence with his acclaimed documentary "The Cruise" in 1998. His narrative feature debut, "Capote" (2005), earned multiple Oscar nominations, including Best Director. He continued his success with "Moneyball" (2011) and "Foxcatcher" (2014), both of which received critical acclaim and awards recognition. His work often explores complex human emotions and real-life events.