Menno Meyjes

A master of the intimate narrative, Menno Meyjes was born in 1954 in Eindhoven, Netherlands, and his professional career has spanned over four decades. Best known for his work in drama and historical genres, his notable films include "The Color Purple" for which he was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay, and "Max," a film he also directed. While his storytelling often grapples with profound human dilemmas and historical contexts, his authorial style is marked by a subtle, empathetic approach that allows his characters' complexities to shine through.

Meyjes is an artist who, with each script, each frame, and each character, bares a corner of his soul, revealing a director truly in love with the art of cinema.