Richard Linklater

Richard Linklater is a prominent figure in American cinema, known as a filmmaker, writer, and producer, with a career that spans over three decades. An Austin, Texas native, he has left an indelible mark on the film industry through his unique storytelling style, often highlighting the minutiae of everyday life using non-linear narratives and distinctive visuals.

Born in 1960, Linklater studied at Sam Houston State University before dropping out and moving to Austin, where he co-founded the Austin Film Society in 1985. He gained critical acclaim with his breakthrough film Slacker (1991), which explored life in the Texas capital through a series of seemingly disconnected vignettes. Linklater continued to showcase his unconventional style with Dazed and Confused (1993), Before Sunrise (1995), and Boyhood (2014), of which he won the Golden Globe award for Best Director.

Alongside his film work, Linklater has authored written works, including his memoir, “Dream Is Destiny,” that examines his childhood, film career, and personal life. He served as the director of the Jack Black lead film School of Rock (2003) and Bernie (2011), which starred Jack Black and Shirley MacLaine. Additionally, Linklater directed the film Everybody Wants Some!! (2016), chronicling Texas college students in the early 1980s, exploring the main theme of growing-up.

Linklater’s diverse filmography and distinctive style have earned him numerous awards, including the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival and nominations by the Academy Awards, Golden Globes, Independent Spirit Awards, and many more. He continues to be a major influence in the film industry and an advocate for independent cinema. With Linklater behind the camera, audiences know they can expect nothing but quality, thought-provoking, and entertaining cinema every time.