Jane Campion
Jane Campion (Elizabeth Jane Campion) was born on April 30th, 1954 and is currently 70 years old. Jane Campion was born in Wellington, New Zealand. Campion attended the Sydney College of the Arts at the University of Sydney where she received a graduate diploma in visual arts (painting). She also attended Chelsea Art School, and graduated from Australian Film, Television and Radio School.
Jane Campion is a New Zealand screenwriter and director who is known for her work focusing on outsiders in society and women. Her most notable works include the movies
The Power of the Dog and
The Piano.
Campion released
Sweetie, her first theatrical feature, in 1989. The work would get much attention at the
Cannes Film Festival. She would then produce the 1990-released work
An Angel at My Table, which was inspired by Janet Frame's autobiographies.
It was in 1993 that Jane Campion wrote and directed
The Piano, the film that would win her international acclaim and win her an Academy Award. The film would also win a best picture nomination and opened doors for her as she produced other successful films, such as
Holy Smoke, a dramedy, and the Henry James novel adaptation
The Portrait of a Lady.
In 2021, Jane Campion made another splash on the big screen with the release of the work
The Power of the Dog. The critically acclaimed drama won 12 Oscar nominations and ultimately won her Best Director at the Academy Awards.
Jane Campion’s
The Piano is a work that tells the story of a mute pianist named Ada McGrath who is sent to New Zealand for an arranged marriage during colonial times. Battling the unfamiliar and harsh land, the only way to combat her isolation and to express herself is her piano.
But as unexpected conflicts and forbidden passions arise, Ada goes on a transformative self-discovery journey as she defies societal constraints to unearth the liberating power of love and art.
In 1999, Jane Campion published a curated collection of interviews titled
Interviews (Interviews with Filmmakers Series). In this one, she captures the many experiences and insights that shaped her filmmaking career.
Campion highlights her work on films such as
The Piano, in addition to bringing to light personal successes and challenges in the film industry. Her candid discussions offer profound industry insights and inspiration for other filmmakers who look up to her.
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Jane Campion: F.A.Q
When was Jane Campion Born? How old is Jane Campion?
Jane Campion was born on April 30th, 1954. Jane Campion is currently 70 years old.
Where was Jane Campion Born?
Jane Campion was born in Wellington, New Zealand and is New Zealander.
What was the first book Jane Campion wrote?
The first book written by Jane Campion was The Piano, published in 1993.
What was the most recent book Jane Campion wrote?
Her most recently released work was Jane Campion on January 1st, 1999.
Will there be any more books by Jane Campion?
Jane Campion does not have any upcoming books with a set publication date within the next few months at this time.
How many books has Jane Campion written?
Jane Campion has written 2 books. 1 Standalone Novel, 1 book in the Conversations With Filmmakers Series.