Born in Canada, this acclaimed film director emerged from a Dutch Calvinist community and gained recognition with her debut film "I've Heard the Mermaids Singing" in 1987, which won the Prix de la Jeunesse at Cannes. Known for her unique storytelling and exploration of themes like identity and gender, she has directed films such as "Mansfield Park" and "Into the Forest." Her work spans film and television, showcasing a blend of artistic vision and cultural commentary.
INTO THE FOREST
Into the Forest follows two sisters as they endure after civilization collapses and the world outside their secluded woodland fades. Living off-grid,...
MANSFIELD PARK
Mansfield Park is a 1999 British romantic drama film based on the novel of the same name by Jane Austen. It follows the story of Fanny Price, a young...