Warren Beatty

Warren Beatty

Born:March 30, 1937

Place of Birth:Richmond, Virginia, USA

Known For:Acting

Biography

Warren Beatty, born on March 30, 1937, is a legendary figure in Hollywood, known for his versatile talents as an actor and filmmaker. Throughout his illustrious career, Beatty has garnered an impressive fourteen Academy Award nominations across various categories, showcasing his exceptional range and skill in the industry. His accolades include nominations for Best Actor, Best Picture, Best Director, Original Screenplay, and Adapted Screenplay, with a notable win for Best Director for his work on the film "Reds" in 1981.

Beyond his remarkable achievements in the world of cinema, Beatty's familial ties also add to his Hollywood legacy. As the brother of acclaimed actress Shirley MacLaine, he is part of a talented and esteemed family that has made significant contributions to the entertainment industry. This connection not only highlights his roots in show business but also underscores the depth of talent that runs in his family.

Beatty's career is marked by a diverse array of roles that have showcased his acting prowess and creative vision. From charismatic leading men to complex characters, he has captivated audiences with his nuanced performances and ability to inhabit a wide range of roles with depth and authenticity. His dedication to his craft and commitment to storytelling have solidified his reputation as a true cinematic icon.

As a filmmaker, Beatty has left an indelible mark on the industry with his directorial work, demonstrating a keen eye for storytelling and a unique perspective behind the camera. His contributions to cinema both in front of and behind the lens have shaped the landscape of American film and inspired generations of filmmakers to follow in his footsteps.

Throughout his career, Beatty has not only entertained audiences with his on-screen presence but has also challenged conventions and pushed boundaries with his creative choices. His willingness to take risks and explore complex themes in his work has set him apart as a visionary artist who is unafraid to tackle provocative subjects and provoke thought through his films.

In addition to his artistic endeavors, Beatty's personal life and relationships have also captured public interest, adding a layer of intrigue to his already fascinating persona. His charisma, charm, and enigmatic aura have made him a compelling figure both on and off the screen, further cementing his status as a Hollywood legend.

As a multifaceted talent with a career spanning decades, Beatty's influence on the entertainment industry cannot be overstated. His contributions to film and his enduring legacy as an actor, director, and producer have left an indelible mark on Hollywood, earning him a place among the pantheon of cinematic greats. Warren Beatty's impact on the world of cinema continues to resonate, making him a true icon of the silver screen.

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Filmography

Acting

Bonnie and Clyde

Bonnie and Clyde

Clyde Barrow

1967

In the 1930s, bored waitress Bonnie Parker falls in love with an ex-con named Clyde Barrow and together they start a violent crime spree through the country, stealing cars and robbing banks.
Dick Tracy

Dick Tracy

Dick Tracy

1990

The comic strip detective finds his life vastly complicated when Breathless Mahoney makes advances towards him while he is trying to battle Big Boy Caprice's united mob.
Reds

Reds

John Reed

1981

An account of the revolutionary years of the legendary American journalist John Reed, who shared his adventurous professional life with his radical commitment to the socialist revolution in Russia, his dream of spreading its principles among the members of the American working class, and his troubled romantic relationship with the writer Louise Bryant.
The Parallax View

The Parallax View

Joseph Frady

1974

An ambitious reporter gets in trouble while investigating a senator's assassination which leads to a vast conspiracy involving a multinational corporation behind every event in the world's headlines.
Heaven Can Wait

Heaven Can Wait

Joe Pendleton

1978

Joe Pendleton is a quarterback preparing to lead his team to the superbowl when he is almost killed in an accident. An overanxious angel plucks him to heaven only to discover that he wasn't ready to die, and that his body has been cremated. A new body must be found, and that of a recently-murdered millionaire is chosen. His wife and accountant—the murderers—are confused by this development, as he buys the L.A. Rams in order to once again quarterback them into the Superbowl.
Bugsy

Bugsy

Ben 'Bugsy' Siegel

1991

New York gangster Ben 'Bugsy' Siegel takes a brief business trip to Los Angeles. A sharp-dressing womanizer with a foul temper, Siegel doesn't hesitate to kill or maim anyone crossing him. In L.A. the life, the movies, and most of all strong-willed Virginia Hill detain him while his family wait back home. Then a trip to a run-down gambling joint at a spot in the desert known as Las Vegas gives him his big idea.
Bulworth

Bulworth

Jay Bulworth

1998

A suicidally disillusioned liberal politician puts a contract out on himself and takes the opportunity to be bluntly honest with his voters by affecting the rhythms and speech of hip-hop music and culture.
Shampoo

Shampoo

George Roundy

1975

A Beverly Hills hairdresser runs around town on the eve of the 1968 presidential election trying to make heads or tails of his financial and romantic entanglements. His attempts to gather the money to open his own salon are continually side-tracked by the distractions presented by his many lovers.
McCabe & Mrs. Miller

McCabe & Mrs. Miller

John McCabe

1971

A gambler and a prostitute become thriving business partners in a remote Old West mining town until a large corporation arrives on the scene.
Splendor in the Grass

Splendor in the Grass

Bud Stamper

1961

A fragile Kansas girl's unrequited and forbidden love for a handsome young man from the town's most powerful family drives her to heartbreak and madness.
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson

Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson

Self (archive footage)

2008

Fueled by a raging libido, Wild Turkey, and superhuman doses of drugs, Thompson was a true "free lance, " goring sacred cows with impunity, hilarity, and a steel-eyed conviction for writing wrongs. Focusing on the good doctor's heyday, 1965 to 1975, the film includes clips of never-before-seen (nor heard) home movies, audiotapes, and passages from unpublished manuscripts.

Production

Bonnie and Clyde

Bonnie and Clyde

Producer

1967

In the 1930s, bored waitress Bonnie Parker falls in love with an ex-con named Clyde Barrow and together they start a violent crime spree through the country, stealing cars and robbing banks.
Dick Tracy

Dick Tracy

Director

1990

The comic strip detective finds his life vastly complicated when Breathless Mahoney makes advances towards him while he is trying to battle Big Boy Caprice's united mob.
Reds

Reds

Screenplay

1981

An account of the revolutionary years of the legendary American journalist John Reed, who shared his adventurous professional life with his radical commitment to the socialist revolution in Russia, his dream of spreading its principles among the members of the American working class, and his troubled romantic relationship with the writer Louise Bryant.
Heaven Can Wait

Heaven Can Wait

Screenplay

1978

Joe Pendleton is a quarterback preparing to lead his team to the superbowl when he is almost killed in an accident. An overanxious angel plucks him to heaven only to discover that he wasn't ready to die, and that his body has been cremated. A new body must be found, and that of a recently-murdered millionaire is chosen. His wife and accountant—the murderers—are confused by this development, as he buys the L.A. Rams in order to once again quarterback them into the Superbowl.
I'm Still Here

I'm Still Here

Thanks

2010

I'm Still Here is a portrayal of a tumultuous year in the life of actor Joaquin Phoenix. With remarkable access, the film follows the Oscar-nominee as he announces his retirement from a successful film career in the fall of 2008 and sets off to reinvent himself as a hip-hop musician. The film is a portrait of an artist at a crossroads and explores notions of courage and creative reinvention, as well as the ramifications of a life spent in the public eye.
Bugsy

Bugsy

Producer

1991

New York gangster Ben 'Bugsy' Siegel takes a brief business trip to Los Angeles. A sharp-dressing womanizer with a foul temper, Siegel doesn't hesitate to kill or maim anyone crossing him. In L.A. the life, the movies, and most of all strong-willed Virginia Hill detain him while his family wait back home. Then a trip to a run-down gambling joint at a spot in the desert known as Las Vegas gives him his big idea.
Bulworth

Bulworth

Producer

1998

A suicidally disillusioned liberal politician puts a contract out on himself and takes the opportunity to be bluntly honest with his voters by affecting the rhythms and speech of hip-hop music and culture.
Shampoo

Shampoo

Producer

1975

A Beverly Hills hairdresser runs around town on the eve of the 1968 presidential election trying to make heads or tails of his financial and romantic entanglements. His attempts to gather the money to open his own salon are continually side-tracked by the distractions presented by his many lovers.