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Michael Rymer(I)

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Michael Rymer
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Michael Rymer, an esteemed Australian director renowned for his visionary storytelling and cinematic prowess, has left an indelible mark on the global film and television industry. With an acclaimed career spanning feature films and TV series, Rymer has consistently delivered both artistic brilliance and commercial success.

As a director, he won the Australian Academy of Cinema and Television Arts (AACTA) Award for Angel Baby (1995), is an AFI winner, and has been nominated by the DGA, Emmy Awards, and ADG for his work.

Notably, Rymer has collaborated with some of Hollywood's biggest stars, including Jessica Lange, Sarah Paulson, Mads Mikkelsen, Edward James Olmos, Mary McDonnell, Paul Sorvino, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Williams, Jeff Goldblum and Stanley Tucci.

Rymer gained international recognition with his direction of Queen of the Damned (2002), a seminal vampire film starring the iconic Aaliyah. His ability to blend atmospheric storytelling with compelling visuals captured audiences worldwide, establishing him as a director of profound cinematic depth.

Rymer's directorial contributions extend beyond the silver screen, having helmed episodes of critically acclaimed series like American Horror Story (2011) and Hannibal (2013). However, it is his role as director of the entire groundbreaking Battlestar Galactica (2004) series reboot that stands as a cornerstone of his career. Rymer's adeptness at navigating complex narratives and character-driven arcs redefined television sci-fi, earning him accolades from critics and audiences alike.

His work with distribution giants such as Warner Bros., Lionsgate, Netflix, Amazon, and NBCUniversal has ensured broad theatrical releases and global acclaim for his projects.
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    • Nominated for 1 Primetime Emmy
      • 22 wins & 18 nominations total

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    John Lynch and Jacqueline McKenzie in Angel Baby (1995)
    Angel Baby
    7.0
    • Director
    • 1995
    Mary McDonnell, Edward James Olmos, Jamie Bamber, James Callis, Aaron Douglas, Michael Hogan, Grace Park, Katee Sackhoff, and Tricia Helfer in Battlestar Galactica (2004)
    Battlestar Galactica
    8.7
    TV Series
    • Director
    Mads Mikkelsen in Hannibal (2013)
    Hannibal
    8.5
    TV Series
    • Director
    Hunter Page-Lochard and Eliza Scanlen in Fires (2021)
    Fires
    7.2
    TV Mini Series
    • Director(directed by)

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    • Habitable
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      • Pre-production



    • Hunter Page-Lochard and Eliza Scanlen in Fires (2021)
      Fires
      7.2
      TV Mini Series
      • Director
      • 2021
    • Emma Booth and Ewen Leslie in The Gloaming (2020)
      The Gloaming
      6.6
      TV Mini Series
      • Director
      • 2020
    • Natalie Dormer and Lily Sullivan in Picnic at Hanging Rock (2018)
      Picnic at Hanging Rock
      6.2
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2018
    • Rufus Sewell in The Man in the High Castle (2015)
      The Man in the High Castle
      7.9
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2015
    • Krysten Ritter in Jessica Jones (2015)
      Jessica Jones
      7.8
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2015
    • Mads Mikkelsen in Hannibal (2013)
      Hannibal
      8.5
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2013–2015
    • Deadline Gallipoli (2015)
      Deadline Gallipoli
      7.2
      TV Mini Series
      • Director
      • 2015
    • Emma Roberts in American Horror Story (2011)
      American Horror Story
      7.9
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2012–2013
    • Lou Diamond Phillips, Katee Sackhoff, Robert Taylor, Cassidy Freeman, and Adam Bartley in Longmire (2012)
      Longmire
      8.3
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2013
    • Mireille Enos in The Killing (2011)
      The Killing
      8.3
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2013
    • Jamie Bamber, James Callis, and Tricia Helfer in 17th Precinct (2011)
      17th Precinct
      7.1
      TV Movie
      • Director
      • 2011
    • Lauren Clair, Vince Colosimo, Chris Connelly, Matthew Newton, Robert Rabiah, Michael Rymer, Sigrid Thornton, David Williamson, Luke Ford, Laura Gordon, Ra Chapman, and Josh Saks in Face to Face (2011)
      Face to Face
      6.7
      • Director
      • 2011
    • Alan Ruck, Jason Wiles, Kandyse McClure, and Daisy Betts in Persons Unknown (2010)
      Persons Unknown
      6.8
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2010
    • Revolution
      4.0
      TV Movie
      • Director
      • 2009
    • Joseph Fiennes, Courtney B. Vance, John Cho, Zachary Knighton, Peyton List, Sonya Walger, and Christine Woods in Flashforward (2009)
      Flashforward
      7.6
      TV Series
      • Director
      • 2009

    Producer



    • Love After All
      • producer
      • Pre-production



    • Ryan Kwanten and Kodi Smit-McPhee in 2067 (2020)
      2067
      4.9
      • executive producer
      • 2020
    • Mads Mikkelsen in Hannibal (2013)
      Hannibal
      8.5
      TV Series
      • executive producer
      • 2014
    • Mary McDonnell, Edward James Olmos, Jamie Bamber, James Callis, Aaron Douglas, Michael Hogan, Grace Park, Katee Sackhoff, and Tricia Helfer in Battlestar Galactica (2004)
      Battlestar Galactica
      8.7
      TV Series
      • producer
      • 2006–2009
    • Michelle Forbes, Mary McDonnell, Edward James Olmos, Jamie Bamber, Katee Sackhoff, and Stephany Jacobsen in Battlestar Galactica: Razor (2007)
      Battlestar Galactica: Razor
      7.6
      TV Movie
      • producer
      • 2007
    • Battlestar Galactica: Razor Flashbacks (2007)
      Battlestar Galactica: Razor Flashbacks
      7.5
      TV Mini Series
      • producer
      • 2007

    Writer



    • Lauren Clair, Vince Colosimo, Chris Connelly, Matthew Newton, Robert Rabiah, Michael Rymer, Sigrid Thornton, David Williamson, Luke Ford, Laura Gordon, Ra Chapman, and Josh Saks in Face to Face (2011)
      Face to Face
      6.7
      • screenplay
      • 2011
    • Mary McDonnell, Edward James Olmos, Jamie Bamber, James Callis, Aaron Douglas, Michael Hogan, Grace Park, Katee Sackhoff, and Tricia Helfer in Battlestar Galactica (2004)
      Battlestar Galactica
      8.7
      TV Series
      • written by
      • teleplay by
      • 2006
    • Jeff Goldblum, Mariel Hemingway, Carmen Electra, Peter Gallagher, Omar Epps, and Estella Warren in Perfume (2001)
      Perfume
      3.6
      • written by
      • 2001
    • Allie & Me (1997)
      Allie & Me
      5.1
      • story
      • 1997
    • John Lynch and Jacqueline McKenzie in Angel Baby (1995)
      Angel Baby
      7.0
      • written by
      • 1995
    • Dead Sleep (1990)
      Dead Sleep
      4.7
      • screenplay
      • 1990

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    Angel Baby Bridge Scene
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    Face to Face
    Trailer 2:30
    Face to Face
    Australians Hit Hollywood
    Trailer 2:49
    Australians Hit Hollywood

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      Michael Rymer trained at The Joanne Baron DW Brown Studio and has said he learned more there about writing, directing, and acting than in all the film schools he attended.

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