Born in Berlin in 1931, he emigrated to the U.S. in 1939. He gained fame in the 1950s as part of the comedy duo Nichols and May. Transitioning to theater, he won multiple Tony Awards for directing plays like "Barefoot in the Park." In 1966, he made his film debut with "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?" and earned an Oscar for "The Graduate" in 1968. Known for his versatility, he directed acclaimed films such as "Silkwood," "Working Girl," and "The Birdcage." He passed away in 2014.
WHO'S AFRAID OF VIRGINIA WOOLF?
Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf? is a 1966 American drama film about a dysfunctional couple who invite a young couple for drinks and end up engaging in...
CHARLIE WILSON'S WAR
Charlie Wilson's War is a political drama based on the true story of Congressman Charlie Wilson and his covert dealings in Afghanistan to help the...
PRIMARY COLORS
Primary Colors is a satirical comedy-drama that offers a behind-the-scenes look at a fictional presidential campaign. The film is a thinly veiled...
WORKING GIRL
Working Girl is a 1988 American romantic comedy-drama film that follows the story of Tess McGill, a secretary from Staten Island with big aspirations....
THE BIRDCAGE
The Birdcage is a comedy film that explores themes of family, identity, and acceptance. It follows the story of Armand Goldman, a gay nightclub owner,...
THE GRADUATE
The Graduate is a classic 1967 film that explores the disillusionment of youth in post-war America. It follows Benjamin Braddock, a recent college...
CATCH-22
Catch-22 is a satirical war film that critiques the absurdities of bureaucracy and the dehumanizing aspects of war. Based on Joseph Heller's novel, it...
CLOSER
Closer is a drama film that explores the complexities of modern relationships and the intertwining lives of four individuals in London. The story...
SILKWOOD
Silkwood is a 1983 American biographical drama film directed by Mike Nichols. The film tells the story of Karen Silkwood, a worker at a plutonium...