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Xavier Dolan, Award-Winning Director
Early Life and Career
Xavier Dolan-Tadros was born on March 20, 1989, in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. He began his career as a child actor, appearing in numerous television shows and films.
Breakthrough as a Filmmaker
Dolan made his directorial debut with the short film "J'ai tué ma mère" ("I Killed My Mother") in 2009. The film was critically acclaimed, winning several awards at international film festivals. Dolan continued to write and direct a series of successful films, including "Laurence Anyways" (2012) and "Mommy" (2014).
Awards and Recognition
Dolan's films have garnered widespread acclaim and recognition. He has won numerous awards, including the Cannes Film Festival Jury Prize (2014) and the Grand Prix at the Berlin International Film Festival (2016). In 2017, he became the youngest director to receive the prestigious Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival for his film "Juste la fin du monde" ("It's Only the End of the World").
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