Danny Boyle

Biography

Daniel Francis Boyle (born 20 October 1956) is an English filmmaker and producer. He is best known for his work on films such as Trainspotting, 28 Days Later, Slumdog Millionaire, 127 Hours, and Steve Jobs. In 2009, Slumdog Millionaire won Boyle the Academy Award for Best Director, and the film won Best Picture. In 2012, Boyle was the artistic director for Isles of Wonder, the opening ceremony of the Summer Olympics in London, which was widely praised.

Awards & recognition

• ★Academy Award — Best Director · 2009
• ★BAFTA Award — Best Direction · 2009
• ★European Film Award – People's Choice Award — Best European Film · 2009
• ★Dallas-Fort Worth Film Critics Association Award — Best Director · 2008
• ★Critics' Circle Award — Distinguished Service to the Arts