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Norman Jewison

Acting / Production / Writing / Creator

Biography

Norman Frederick Jewison, CC, O.Ont (July 21, 1926 - January 20, 2024) was a Canadian film director, producer, actor and founder of the Canadian Film Centre. Highlights of his directing career include In the Heat of the Night (1967), The Thomas Crown Affair (1968), Fiddler on the Roof (1971), Jesus Christ Superstar (1973), Moonstruck (1987), The Hurricane (1999) and The Statement (2003). Jewison addressed important social and political issues throughout his directing and producing career, often making controversial or complicated subjects accessible to mainstream audiences.

Personal Information

Place of Birth

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

About

Directing, Male

Birthday

21 July 1926, 99 years old

Known For

Filmography

Production

Writing

Creator