Martin Scorsese Biography and Film Legacy
Martin Scorsese (born November 17, 1942, in Queens, New York) is an American filmmaker renowned for his intense, often violent portrayals of American culture.
Significance in Cinema
He is considered one of the most important American directors from the late 20th century into the early 21st century. Beginning in the 1970s, Scorsese built an ambitious and bold filmography that showcases both his cynicism toward modern society and deep passion for cinema.
Notable Films
- Taxi Driver
- Raging Bull
- GoodFellas
- The Departed
- The Irishman
- Killers of the Flower Moon
Commitment to Film Preservation
"In the future the memory of the actual film image will have to be preserved as carefully and lovingly as an ancient artifact at the Met."
In a 2018 essay for the Encyclopædia Britannica's Anniversary Edition, Scorsese detailed his lifelong efforts since the 1970s to safeguard the history of filmmaking, successfully promoting a renewed focus on film preservation.
Final Summary
Martin Scorsese's bold and influential films combined with his dedication to cinema preservation mark him as a towering figure in filmmaking history.
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