Robert Reed Altman

A maverick of American cinema, Robert Reed Altman was born in 1925 in Kansas City, Missouri, USA and embarked on a filmmaking career that spanned over five decades. Known for his innovative exploration of genres ranging from satire to drama, Altman gifted the cinematic world with unforgettable films like "M*A*S*H", "McCabe & Mrs. Miller", "Nashville", and "The Player", earning five Academy Award nominations for Best Director, with an Honorary Award in 2006 recognising his unique and indelible influence on the art of filmmaking. His authorial style is marked by his use of overlapping dialogue, large ensemble casts and a satirical take on Americana.

From the heart, Robert Altman was a director who never feared to push boundaries, constantly challenging expectations and redefining the landscape of American cinema.