Neill Blomkamp, born on September 17, 1979, in Johannesburg, South Africa, is a prominent film director known for his work in the science fiction genre. He gained international acclaim with his directorial debut, "District 9," released in 2009, which received critical praise for its innovative storytelling and social commentary. Following the success of "District 9," Blomkamp directed "Elysium" in 2013, a film that explores themes of inequality and technology in a dystopian future. He continued to develop his distinctive vision with "Chappie," released in 2015, which delves into artificial intelligence and the complexities of consciousness. Throughout his career, Blomkamp has been noted for blending thought-provoking narratives with visual effects, contributing to the evolution of contemporary science fiction cinema.
Personal Info
Profession
Director
Gender
Male
Birthday
September 17, 1979
(46 years old)
Place of Birth
Johannesburg, South Africa
Popularity
0.9
Available Movies
3 released
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Director
46 years old
Johannesburg, South Africa
Stable
3
Awards & Nominations
Award Details
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Wins
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Nominations
Other
2
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Oscar
1 nom.
| Year | Award | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Time Machine Award | |
| 2010 | Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay District 9 | |
| - | Bradbury Award |
| Year | Award |
|---|---|
| 2021 | Time Machine Award |
| - | Bradbury Award |
| Year | Award |
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| 2010 | Academy Award for Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay District 9 |
Award details source: Wikidata
About Neill Blomkamp
Neill Blomkamp was born on 17 September 1979 in Johannesburg, South Africa. Currently, Neill Blomkamp is 46 years old. We have 3 films with Neill Blomkamp available. Among Neill Blomkamp's most popular films: Chappie, Elysium, District 9.
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Career Statistics - Neill Blomkamp
3
Total Credits
7
Years Active
2009 - 2015
7.1
Avg. Movie Rating
0.9
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Role Breakdown
Director
3 films
Top Genres
Science Fiction (3)
Action (2)
Crime (1)
Drama (1)
Thriller (1)
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Neill Blomkamp has 3 films released between 2009 and 2015.