Brian De Palma
Biography
Brian De Palma is an American film director and writer. Born on September 11, 1940, in Newark, New Jersey, USA, he is a leading member of the New Hollywood generation of film directors. De Palma's direction often incorporates quotations from other films or cinematic styles, influenced by filmmakers such as Alfred Hitchcock, Jean-Luc Godard, and Michelangelo Antonioni. With a career spanning over forty years, he is known for his suspense and crime thriller films. De Palma has directed at least 84 films, and his work has been both criticized and championed by American critics.
Career overview
Brian De Palma is an American film director and writer. He is a leading member of the New Hollywood generation of film directors. De Palma's direction often makes use of quotations from other films or cinematic styles, and bears the influence of filmmakers such as Alfred Hitchcock, Jean-Luc Godard, and Michelangelo Antonioni.
De Palma's career spans over forty years, during which he has directed numerous films. His work has been criticized for its violence and sexual content, but has also been championed by American critics. De Palma's debut film was The Wedding Party, which was released in 1969, six years after its initial production in 1963. The film featured a young Robert De Niro in a leading role.
De Palma is known for his suspense and crime thriller films. He has directed a total of 84 films and television shows throughout his career. Some of his notable films include Zjizvená tvář, Neúplatní, and Carlitova cesta. De Palma's work continues to be recognized for its influence on the film industry, and he remains a prominent figure in the world of cinema.
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Full Filmography
119 titles- Short Cuts : Scarface de Brian de Palma (2026) Original Film Writer
- Mr. Scorsese (2025) as Self
- Desperate Souls, Dark City and the Legend of Midnight Cowboy (2023) as Self
- Ennio (2022) as Self
- Brian De Palma par Brian De Palma Leçon de cinéma (2022) as Brian De Palma
- Domino (2019) Director
- Spielberg (2017) as Self
- De Palma (2016) as Self
- Passion (2013) Director
- Passion (2013) Writer
- Walk of Fame (2012) Thanks
- The 'Scarface' Phenomenon (2011) as Self
- Mission: Remarkable - 40 Years of Creating the Impossible (2010) as Self
- Godard Made in USA (2010) as Self
- Redacted (2007) Director
- Redacted (2007) Writer
- The Black Dahlia (2006) as Elizabeth's Screen Test Director (voice) (uncredited)
- The Black Dahlia (2006) Director
- Sisters (2006) Original Story
- Sisters (2006) Screenplay
- Paradise Regained: Brian de Palma's 'Phantom of the Paradise' (2006) as Himself
- Gangland: Bullets over Hollywood (2005)
- Kulturplatz (2004) as Self
- Leçon de Cinéma (2004) as Self
- The Untouchables: The Script, the Cast (2004) as Self
- The Untouchables: Re-Inventing the Genre (2004) as Self
- The Autopsy (2004) as Self
- Black Dahlia Confidential (2004)
- The Untouchables: The Classic (2004) as Self
- The Untouchables: Production Stories (2004) as Self
- Femme Fatale: Dream Within a Dream (2003) as Self
- The Making of 'Carlito's Way' (2003) as Self
- Femme Fatale (2002) Director
- Femme Fatale (2002) Writer
- Brian De Palma : Les Années 60 (2002)
- Visualizing 'Carrie' (2001) as Self
- Acting 'Carrie' (2001) as Self
- 'Obsession' Revisited (2001) as Self
- The Making of 'Casualties of War' (2001) as Self
- Bruce Springsteen: The Complete Video Anthology 1978-2000 (2001) Director
- The Making of 'Dressed to Kill' (2001) as Self
- Slashing 'Dressed to Kill' (2001) as Self
- Mission to Mars (2000) Director
- Stir of Echoes (1999) Thanks
- Hitchcock: Shadow of a Genius (1999) as Self
- Snake Eyes (1998) Director
- Snake Eyes (1998) Producer
- Snake Eyes (1998) Story
- The Making of 'Scarface' (1998) as Self
- Scene by Scene (1997) as Self
- Mission: Impossible (1996) Director
- Ennio Morricone (1995) as Self
- Rotwang Must Go! (1994) as Famous American Movie Director
- Quentin Tarantino: Hollywood's Boy Wonder (1994) as Self
- Carlito's Way (1993) Director
- Pehla Nasha (1993) Original Story
- Raising Cain (1992) Director
- Raising Cain (1992) Screenplay
- The Bonfire of the Vanities (1990) Director
- The Bonfire of the Vanities (1990) Producer
- The Scorsese Machine (1990) as Self
- A Boy And His Car (1990) Thanks
- Casualties of War (1989) Director
- Movies Are My Life (1988) as Self
- The Untouchables (1987) Director
- Wise Guys (1986) Director
- Body Double (1984) Director
- Body Double (1984) Screenplay
- Body Double (1984) Producer
- Body Double (1984) Story
- Scarface (1983) Director
- Blow Out (1981) Director
- Blow Out (1981) Writer
- Dressed to Kill (1980) Director
- Dressed to Kill (1980) Writer
- Home Movies (1980) Director
- Home Movies (1980) Story
- Home Movies (1980) Producer
- The Fury (1978) Director
- Carrie (1976) Director
- Obsession (1976) Director
- Obsession (1976) Story
- The Godfather Part II (1974) Musician
- Phantom of the Paradise (1974) Director
- Phantom of the Paradise (1974) Writer
- Sisters (1973) Director
- Sisters (1973) Screenplay
- Sisters (1973) Original Story
- Get to Know Your Rabbit (1972) Director
- Hi, Mom! (1970) Director
- Hi, Mom! (1970) Screenplay
- Hi, Mom! (1970) Story
- Dionysus in '69 (1970) Director
- Dionysus in '69 (1970) Editor
- Dionysus in '69 (1970) Director of Photography
- The Wedding Party (1969) Director
- The Wedding Party (1969) Writer
- The Wedding Party (1969) Producer
- The Wedding Party (1969) Editor
- To Bridge This Gap (1969) Director
- Greetings (1968) Director
- Greetings (1968) Editor
- Murder à la Mod (1968) Director
- Murder à la Mod (1968) Writer
- Murder à la Mod (1968) Editor
- Show Me a Strong Town and I'll Show You a Strong Bank (1966) Director
- The Responsive Eye (1965) Editor
- The Responsive Eye (1965) Director
- The Responsive Eye (1965) Director of Photography
- Jennifer (1964) Director
- Woton's Wake (1963) Director
- Woton's Wake (1963) Writer
- 660124: The Story of an IBM Card (1961) Director
- Icarus (1960) Director
- Sweet Vengeance Director
- Sweet Vengeance Writer
- Catch and Kill Director
- Catch and Kill Writer
- Stalkings Director
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Brian De Palma best known for?
Brian De Palma is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Ennio (2022), Domino (2019), Passion (2013), Passion (2013).
When and where was Brian De Palma born?
Brian De Palma was born on September 11, 1940 in Newark, New Jersey, USA.
How many credits does Brian De Palma have?
Brian De Palma has accumulated over 119 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1960 to 2026.
What is Brian De Palma's background in cinema and television?
Brian De Palma is an American film director and writer. Born on September 11, 1940, in Newark, New Jersey, USA, he is a leading member of the New Hollywood generation of film directors. De Palma's direction often incorporates quotations from other films or cinematic styles, influenced by filmmakers such as Alfred Hitch...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Ennio (2022) as Self — aged about 81
- Kulturplatz (2004) as Self — aged about 63
- The Black Dahlia (2006) as Elizabeth's Screen Test Director (voice) (uncredited) — aged about 65
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