Craig Gillespie

Director

Birthday September 1, 1967

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace New South Wales, Australia

Age 56 years old

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About

Director best known for the films Lars and the Real GirlI, Tonya and Cruella. In 2011, he directed a music video for Kid Cudi titled, "No One Believes Me". 

Before Fame

He moved to New York City at 19 to study illustration, graphic design and advertising at The Manhattan School of Visual Arts. He directed commercials for 15 years. His debut film was Mr. Woodcock, but he left the project after several negative screenings. 

Trivia

He directed several episodes of the Steven Spielberg and Diablo Cody-penned TV show The Unites States of Tara.

Family Life

He is married to Christine Gillespie. 

Associated With

He has worked with actresses Margot Robbie and Allison Janney, both of whom were nominated for an Academy Award for movies under his direction.