Robert Mulligan

"Master of intimate storytelling and human dramas", Robert Mulligan was born in 1925 in The Bronx, New York, United States. His active years spanned from the 1950s to early 1990s, during which he directed films primarily in the drama genre, with his most acclaimed works being "To Kill a Mockingbird" and "Summer of '42", the former earning him an Academy Award nomination for Best Director. Mulligan was known for his deeply empathetic storytelling, often focusing on the delicate nuances of human relationships and the trials of coming-of-age.

Robert Mulligan always had an innate sensitivity to his characters, bringing to life stories that were profoundly moving and that resonated with audiences across generations.