Todd Phillips
Biography
Todd Phillips, born Todd Philip Bunzl on December 20, 1970, is a renowned American filmmaker known for his versatile and impactful work in Hollywood. He began his career in 1993 and gained early success with comedies like Road Trip, Old School, Starsky & Hutch, and School for Scoundrels in the 2000s. Phillips achieved wider acclaim with The Hangover film series in the early 2010s, solidifying his reputation for creating box office hits. In 2019, he made a dramatic shift with the psychological thriller Joker, a film that not only won the prestigious Golden Lion at the Venice International Film Festival but also earned him three Academy Award nominations for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay. Phillips’ innovative approach to filmmaking continues to influence the industry, making him one of the most distinguished directors of his generation.
