Richard Donner: Biography and Career

Today, let's talk about a wonderful director of the 90s.

Richard Donner is an American filmmaker and producer, along with his wife Lauren Schuler is the owner of the Donners' Company. Donner and Christopher Reeve's film "Superman" had a big impact on the future of fantastic cinema, very much influenced Richard's future career.

Biography

Richard Donner was born in New York City, Bronx County, USA, on April 24, 1930.

The real name is Donald Richard Schwarzberg. His parents are Jews Fred and Hatti Schwarzberg. In the family, Richard grew up not alone, he has a younger sister, Joan.

From the youngest years, Richard began to play in theatrical productions. Growing up, the teenager began to translate his dream into reality. I took off my first low-budget film "X-15", which appeared on the screen in 1962 year.

Filmography. Directing and Producing

In 1976, Richard made the film "Omen." Two years later came a fantastic film "Superman." Thanks to these films, Donner has gained worldwide fame. Later came the second part of the fantastic story. The director was Richard Donner. "Superman" tells the story of a boy who later discovered incredible abilities.

After that, Donner was the director of the films "Toy," "Hidden Passes," "Goonies," "Lady Hawk" and "Police Story."

And in 1987, the first part of the series "Lethal Weapon" appeared. The main role was played by Mel Gibson. The film was a great success and brought fame to both of them.

In 2003, Richard Donner participated in the filming of a science fiction film based on the novel of the famous American science fiction writer "In the Time Trap".

Between them were filmed the "Conspiracy Theory" with Mel Gibson, "The Assassins" with Sylvester Stallone, Julianne Moore and Antonio Banderas. The comedy film "Maverick" was nominated for an Oscar.

In many films, Richard was not only a director, but also a producer. These are all the same films "Maverick", "Lethal Weapon", "Lethal Weapon-3", "Conspiracy Theory" and "Assassins". One of the last producer works was the film "Mafia People". The film "Black Rain" is nominated for an Oscar for best sound.

He was also the executive producer of "Baik from the Crypt," "Every Sunday," and "The X-Men."

"Deadly weapon"

The picture, published in 1987, was quite successful. The film became one of the most popular and famous militants of the 80s. The main character is the detective Martin Riggs, played by Mel Gibson. He very badly suffered the death of his beloved wife and even wanted to commit suicide, but his partner Roger Murta does not allow him to do it. At the same time, two policemen are investigating the drug case.

Two years later, the second part of the detective. Two brothers-policemen have left on a trace of a drug mafia. One of the scammers was arrested. That's why they instructed the detectives to protect him.

In the movie "Lethal Weapon-3" are still the same police Martin Riggs and Roger Murta. This time they are investigating the case of the abduction of weapons from the police depot. The criminal group is headed by a former policeman, to collect evidence against heroes helping Lorna Cole.

The fourth part, published in 1998, was the last film of a detective franchise. It has been many years, the characters are much older and have received the title of captain. Riggs married Lorna, and together they are waiting for the child.

But without adventures heroes can not do. Accidentally confronted with a Chinese Mafia, they begin to investigate the case of printing counterfeit money.

The film makes it possible to relax and laugh, there are a lot of chases, fights and stunning tricks that Jet Li demonstrates.

Personal life and interesting facts

In 1985, Richard Donner met and married the American producer Lauren Schuler, who later became Donner. The couple have lived together for 32 years. Richard is older than Lauren for as much as 19 years. Together they own the company The Donners' Company.

After the release of "Superman" Richard was nominated for the prize "Saturn" (best director). In 2000 he received the Presidential award, as well as a prize at the Hollywood Film Festival. Six years later he was awarded the prize "Golden Satellite" named after Nikola Tesla.

One of the most famous directors and producers is Richard Donner. The filmography of this man totals more than seven dozen works. In some films he took part as an actor.

This talented person will remain for a long time in the hearts of TV viewers. His films allow you to relax and just enjoy the viewing pleasure.