An Australian filmmaker born in 1972, he emerged as a significant talent with his feature debut "Animal Kingdom" in 2010, which won the World Cinema Jury Prize at Sundance. Known for his gritty storytelling and compelling character studies, he continued to explore themes of crime and power in films like "The Rover" and "War Machine." He collaborates frequently with actors like Guy Pearce and Robert Pattinson. His work extends to television, having contributed to the acclaimed series "The King."