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Brian De Palma , born on September 11, 1940, is an American film director, screenwriter, and film producer. He was born in Newark, New Jersey and holds citizenship in the United States. De Palma attended Columbia University and Sarah Lawrence College.
De Palma's official name is Brian Russell De Palma, and he is known for being an American film director and screenwriter. He is based in New York City. He is the son of Anthony F. DePalma and the father of Willa Holland.
De Palma has directed numerous films, including "Mission: Impossible", "Scarface" (1983) , "The Wedding Party", and "Carlito's Way". His films cover various genres such as suspense, psychological thriller, and crime film.
De Palma has received numerous awards such as BAFTA Award, Golden Globe Awards, and Golden Raspberry Awards. He has also served as a member of the board of directors for films like "Blow Out" and "The Untouchables" (1957 book) .