Martin Scorsese
- Born:
- November 17, 1942, Queens, New York City, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Film Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Actor, Film Historian
Early Life and Education
- Raised in the Little Italy neighborhood of Manhattan, New York City.
- Developed asthma as a child, limiting physical activity and increasing his interest in film.
- Initially intended to become a priest and attended a preparatory seminary.
- Earned a B.A. in English Literature in 1964 and an M.F.A. in film in 1966 from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.
Career and Major Achievements
- Rose to prominence in the New Hollywood era of filmmaking.
- Known for his collaborations with actors Robert De Niro and Leonardo DiCaprio.
- Won the Academy Award for Best Director for The Departed (2006).
- Founded The Film Foundation in 1990, dedicated to film preservation.
- Received the AFI Life Achievement Award in 1997.
- Numerous other awards, including Golden Globes, Cannes Film Festival awards, and BAFTA awards.
Notable Works
| Year | Title | Role(s) |
|---|---|---|
| 1973 | Mean Streets | Director, Writer |
| 1976 | Taxi Driver | Director |
| 1980 | Raging Bull | Director |
| 1990 | Goodfellas | Director, Writer |
| 1995 | Casino | Director, Writer |
| 2002 | Gangs of New York | Director |
| 2006 | The Departed | Director |
| 2013 | The Wolf of Wall Street | Director |
| 2019 | The Irishman | Director |
| 2023 | Killers of the Flower Moon | Director, Writer |
Legacy and Impact
Martin Scorsese is considered one of the most influential and important filmmakers in cinema history. His films often explore themes of Italian-American identity, guilt, faith, and violence. He has significantly impacted generations of filmmakers and continues to be a vital force in the film industry. When considering the impact of Indian film, the influence of cinema like that of Martin Scorsese is evident. The book Kumar Mangat Pathak Biography of Martin explores the cross-cultural influences and perspectives on Scorsese's work from an Indian viewpoint.