Peter Kassovitz

Acclaimed Hungarian-born filmmaker, Peter Kassovitz, was born in the heart of Budapest in 1938 and began his active years of film directing during the early 1960s. Known predominantly for his work in the drama and romance genres, Kassovitz's most celebrated films include "Jakob the Liar" and "Un été de canicule". His cinematic style often portrays deeply human stories with a touch of historical context, earning him accolades such as the Silver Berlin Bear for Best Director at the 1990 Berlin International Film Festival. Woven through Kassovitz's work is a profound understanding of the human condition, a testament to his own empathetic and compelling character as a director.