John Boorman is a British film director renowned for his contributions to cinema, particularly in the 1970s and 1980s. He gained significant recognition for his 1972 film Deliverance, which was praised for its intense narrative and striking cinematography. The film became a classic of American cinema, showcasing Boorman's ability to blend suspense and drama effectively. He continued to explore mythological themes with his 1981 film Excalibur, a retelling of the Arthurian legend that has since garnered a cult following for its visual style and ambitious storytelling. Additionally, Boorman directed Exorcist II: The Heretic in 1977, a sequel to the iconic horror film that further solidified his reputation in the film industry. Through these notable works, Boorman has established himself as a significant figure in the landscape of contemporary filmmaking.
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Profession
Director
Gender
Male
Popularity
1.6
Available Movies
4 released
John Boorman
Director
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Awards & Nominations
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Nominations
Oscars
4 nom.
Complete Award Details 6 Major
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20
Nominations
Other
7
10 nom.
Golden Globe
1
5 nom.
Oscar
5 nom.
BAFTA
1
3 nom.
Cannes
2
0 nom.
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Cannes Best Director Award The General | |
| 1988 | Academy Award for Best Director Hope and Glory | |
| 1988 | Academy Award for Best Picture Hope and Glory | |
| 1973 | Academy Award for Best Picture Deliverance | |
| 1973 | Academy Award for Best Director Deliverance | |
| 1970 | Cannes Best Director Award Leo the Last | |
| 2022 | Knight Bachelor | |
| 2004 | BAFTA Fellowship | |
| 2001 | Golden Bear The Tailor of Panama | |
| 1999 | Satellite Award for Best Director The General | |
| 1999 | Independent Spirit Award for Best Foreign Film The General | |
| 1988 | BAFTA Award for Best Original Screenplay Hope and Glory | |
| 1988 | Writers Guild of America Award for Best Original Screenplay Hope and Glory | |
| 1988 | Independent Spirit Award for Best Foreign Film Hope and Glory | |
| 1988 | Academy Award for Best Writing, Original Screenplay Hope and Glory | |
| 1988 | BAFTA Award for Best Film Hope and Glory | |
| 1988 | BAFTA Award for Best Direction Hope and Glory | |
| 1987 | National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Screenplay Hope and Glory | |
| 1987 | Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award for Best Director Hope and Glory | |
| 1987 | National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Director Hope and Glory | |
| 1987 | Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture β Musical or Come... Hope and Glory | |
| 1987 | London Film Critics Circle Award for Film of the Year Hope and Glory | |
| 1987 | Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay Hope and Glory | |
| 1987 | Golden Globe Award for Best Director Hope and Glory | |
| 1982 | Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation Excalibur | |
| 1975 | Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation Zardoz | |
| 1972 | Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing β... Deliverance | |
| 1972 | Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture β Drama Deliverance | |
| 1972 | Golden Globe Award for Best Director Deliverance | |
| - | Knight Bachelor | |
| - | Commander of the Order of the British Empire |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1998 | Cannes Best Director Award The General |
| 1970 | Cannes Best Director Award Leo the Last |
| 2022 | Knight Bachelor |
| 2004 | BAFTA Fellowship |
| 1987 | National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Screenplay Hope and Glory |
| 1987 | Los Angeles Film Critics Association Award for Best Director Hope and Glory |
| 1987 | National Society of Film Critics Award for Best Director Hope and Glory |
| 1987 | Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture β Musical or Come... Hope and Glory |
| 1987 | London Film Critics Circle Award for Film of the Year Hope and Glory |
| - | Knight Bachelor |
| - | Commander of the Order of the British Empire |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 1988 | Academy Award for Best Director Hope and Glory |
| 1988 | Academy Award for Best Picture Hope and Glory |
| 1973 | Academy Award for Best Picture Deliverance |
| 1973 | Academy Award for Best Director Deliverance |
| 2001 | Golden Bear The Tailor of Panama |
| 1999 | Satellite Award for Best Director The General |
| 1999 | Independent Spirit Award for Best Foreign Film The General |
| 1988 | BAFTA Award for Best Original Screenplay Hope and Glory |
| 1988 | Writers Guild of America Award for Best Original Screenplay Hope and Glory |
| 1988 | Independent Spirit Award for Best Foreign Film Hope and Glory |
| 1988 | Academy Award for Best Writing, Original Screenplay Hope and Glory |
| 1988 | BAFTA Award for Best Film Hope and Glory |
| 1988 | BAFTA Award for Best Direction Hope and Glory |
| 1987 | Golden Globe Award for Best Screenplay Hope and Glory |
| 1987 | Golden Globe Award for Best Director Hope and Glory |
| 1982 | Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation Excalibur |
| 1975 | Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation Zardoz |
| 1972 | Directors Guild of America Award for Outstanding Directing β... Deliverance |
| 1972 | Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture β Drama Deliverance |
| 1972 | Golden Globe Award for Best Director Deliverance |
| Year | Festival | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Cannes | Best Director | The General | Winner |
| 1988 | Oscars | Best Picture | Hope and Glory | Nominated |
| 1988 | Oscars | Best Director | Hope and Glory | Nominated |
| 1973 | Oscars | Best Picture | Deliverance | Nominated |
| 1973 | Oscars | Best Director | Deliverance | Nominated |
| 1970 | Cannes | Best Director | Leo the Last | Winner |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 | Cannes | Best Director | The General |
| 1970 | Cannes | Best Director | Leo the Last |
| Year | Festival | Award | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Oscars | Best Picture | Hope and Glory |
| 1988 | Oscars | Best Director | Hope and Glory |
| 1973 | Oscars | Best Picture | Deliverance |
| 1973 | Oscars | Best Director | Deliverance |
Award details source: Wikidata
About John Boorman
John Boorman Nominated for an Academy Award. We have 4 films with John Boorman available. Among John Boorman's most popular films: Excalibur, Deliverance, The General, Hope and Glory.
Best Known Films of John Boorman
Career Statistics - John Boorman
4
Total Credits
27
Years Active
1972 - 1998
7.4
Avg. Movie Rating
1.6
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Role Breakdown
Director
4 films
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Drama (3)
Adventure (2)
Crime (1)
War (1)
Family (1)
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John Boorman has 4 films released between 1972 and 1998.