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Chris Joseph Columbus (born September 10, 1958) is an American filmmaker. Born in Spangler, Pennsylvania, Columbus studied film at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts where he developed an interest in filmmaking.
Chris Columbus is a prolific and versatile filmmaker who has directed, written and produced many popular movies, such as Home Alone, Harry Potter and The Help. He started his career as a screenwriter for Steven Spielberg and has been nominated for an Oscar for his work on Gremlins.
- January 1, 1
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- Spangler, Pennsylvania, USA
Chris Columbus. Producer: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Born in Pennsylvania and raised in Ohio, Chris Columbus was first inspired to make movies after seeing "The Godfather" at age 15.
- September 10, 1958
Oct 15, 2023 · Learn how the director of the first two Harry Potter movies set the tone, cast the actors, and adapted the books faithfully. Chris Columbus also established the visual language and tone of the Wizarding World that influenced later filmmakers.
Nov 4, 2021 · The filmmaker reflects on his vision, challenges and experience of adapting J.K. Rowling's fantasy novel into a blockbuster franchise. He also reveals his plans to adapt 'The Cursed Child' and his favorite moments from the first movie.
Learn about Chris Columbus, an American filmmaker who directed Home Alone, Harry Potter, Mrs. Doubtfire and more. Find out his birth date, production company, awards and upcoming projects on The Movie Database.
Chris Columbus is a writer-director who specializes in family-friendly adventure movies, such as Home Alone, Mrs. Doubtfire, and Harry Potter. See his full filmography, ratings, photos, and biography on Rotten Tomatoes.
